Before we talk about biofuels, you need to know the basics from which they are created. Biofuels are produced from biomass, which is derived from living or recently living plant materials such as trees, grasses, agricultural residues, algae and other biological materials. “Biofuels are considered carbon neutral” because they absorb approximately the same amount of carbon dioxide during growth as when burned (Rutherford, 2009). Biofuels are much cleaner than gasoline/diesel due to the significant impact of gasoline/diesel on the environment due to high fuel emissions. Biofuels will help reduce dependence on fossil fuels such as oil, gas, gasoline and coal. This article will discuss the many crops from which biofuels are derived, the different types of biofuels, and the advantages (advantages) and disadvantages (disadvantages) of biofuels. These biofuels will reduce our country's dependence on foreign oil, improve air quality and support rural economies. Advantages and disadvantages of biofuels The main principle of how biofuels work is based on the process of photosynthesis, which allows plants to capture and store energy from the sun. Energy stored in plants is converted into many types of biofuels through a process called biocatalysis. Biofuels are developed from agricultural crops. Agricultural crops are the main reason for the development of biofuels for two reasons: plants are easy to grow and are a key form of renewable resource. There are many crops from which biofuels are specifically grown and produced. Here is a list of the ten major agricultural crops and a description of each. 10) Corn Turning sugar-rich corn into ethanol is like a brewery. They first grind the grains and mix them with warm water. Then they add yes... middle of paper...PS engines last longer by eliminating wear and tear (Perritano, 2011).4) Health BenefitsAccording to Reilly, 10,000 people die every year in the United States . States of pollution created by gasoline engines (Perritano, 2011). Reilly also said gasoline emissions release nitrogen oxide, acetaldehyde and other pollutants into the air that produce smog that causes asthma and respiratory illnesses. As previously stated, biofuels reduce emissions and pollution. Biofuels only release from the atmosphere the carbon dioxide that their plant source absorbs. In conclusion, biofuels are quickly becoming the future fuel source to operate vehicles and equipment. Biofuels have many disadvantages, but their advantages far outweigh them. No one has a definitive answer on how to solve today's growing fuel and oil crisis, but biofuels absolutely show promise..