Earth: An Introduction to Physical Geology (12th Edition)

by Tarbuck, Edward J.; Lutgens, Frederick K.; Tasa, Dennis G.

Published by Pearson

ISBN 10: 0134074254

ISBN 13: 978-0-13407-425-2

Chapter 23 - Section 23.4 - Renewable Energy - Concept Checks - Page 718: 5

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Biomass refers to organic materials derived from living or recently living organisms. Examples of biomass used for energy include wood and wood products, agricultural residues, municipal solid waste, and dedicated energy crops like switchgrass.

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