chemistry HW !

CHEE 2010 – Homework Assignment No. 5

Due before class, Friday, February 12, 2016

Note: The grading scheme for the homework assignments is as follows: Each problem is

worth a maximum of 3 points – when both approach and final answer are correct. If a

reasonable approach but incorrect answer, it is assigned 2 points. For an attempt that is

not reasonable, 1 point. Not attempted: 0 points.

Watch the first 3 minutes of the video and then answer the questions below:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s64B-NNRxTA&feature=related

1. In 50-75 words, write a paragraph to summarize why (chemical) engineers are needed to turn algae into fuels/chemicals/value added products.

2. In 50-75 words, write a paragraph giving your opinion on one or more of the challenges in commercializing this technology.

3. Meet with your team outside of class, and discuss questions #1 and #2 with your team members (15 to 30 minutes). Then write one sentence summarizing each of your teammate’s

response to #2.