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The selection of the microalgae strain is one of the most important parameters. The carbohydrate composition of the cells must be considered since the glycosidic portion acts as a substrate for the fermentation process. As reported by Ueno [183], Chlorella vulgaris species is commonly used due to its capacity of carbohydrate accumulation higher than 65%. According to Kose and Oncel [184], the main parameters should be considerers for microalgae selection including (I) tolerance to oxygen gas levels, (II) resistance to photo-inhibition, (III) high rates of cell growth, (IV) low need for nutrients to develop, (V) high photosynthetic activity, (VI) easy adaptation to harsh environmental conditions (for open systems), (VII) high survival rates, and (VIII) genetic stability.
Kinetic and thermodynamic studies on the extraction of bio oil from Chlorella vulgaris and the subsequent biodiesel production
Published in Chemical Engineering Communications, 2019
Vishnu Priya M., Ramesh K., Sivakumar P., Balasubramanian R., Anirbid Sircar
Chlorella vulgaris is a freshwater green algae belonging to the Chlorellaceae family. The sample was collected, identified and authenticated by the Centre for Advanced Studies in Botany, University of Madras, Chennai, India. It was washed with tap water to remove dirt after which it was dried in a hot air dryer. The dried biomass was later pounded and stored in airtight polypropylene container for further studies.