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Ethanol: Frequently Asked Questions

Learn more about ethanol and other biofuels

By Larry West, About.com

Ethanol is often held up as a clean and relatively low-cost alternative to gasoline, but there are many questions about the viability of ethanol as a practical replacement fuel for vehicles and other machines that currently run on gasoline.

This list of frequently asked questions about ethanol will help you understand the pros and cons of ethanol use and some of the controversy surrounding ethanol production.

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