The term “Biomass” sounds complicated, but it isn’t. It’s just material from animal and plant waste that we can convert into energy. Biomass has energy from the sun stored in it. Whereas plants get energy directly from the sun through photosynthesis, animals acquire this energy indirectly by consuming plants.
Biomass energy comes in many forms and shapes. In this article, we’ll take you through the different types of biomass energies you should know.
What is Biomass?
Biomass is a term that describes renewable organic material from animals and plants. Scientifically, it’s the total weight or quantity of organisms in a given volume or area. This organic matter is used as fuel, especially in various power stations, to generate electricity.
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