They searched for a readily available material that had a high supply of hydrocarbons and found what they needed. Researchers ...

Ethylbenzene was chosen because it is less likely to form soot when burning than other highly aromatic compounds. It’s also rich in hydrocarbons and is easily found in already existing waste.

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While ethylbenzene is an aromatic hydrocarbon and can be derived from fossil fuels, finding a sustainable way to produce it would aid the aviation industry’s conversion to sustainable jet fuels.