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This study focused on the structural characterization of Raw and Acid-Pretreated Invasive Plant Biomass (Ludwigia hexapetala and Ricinus communis) and its impact on biofuels production. Raw and acid-pretreated biomass samples were characterized using various techniques, including FTIR, SEM, TEM, XRD, TGA, and BET surface area analysis. Acid pretreatment significantly altered the biomass structure, increasing cellulose content, decreasing lignin content, and enhancing surface area and porosity. The results obtained in this analysis highlight the crucial role of structural features in determining biofuel potential. This study demonstrates the feasibility of utilizing invasive plants as sustainable feedstocks for biofuel production and underscores the importance of structural analysis in optimizing bioethanol production processes.
Jibrin Noah Akoji (Fri,) studied this question.