A team of scientists has invented an artificial leaf. This leaf takes in energy from sunlight. It uses this energy to split water molecules into hydrogen and oxygen. Bacteria in the leaf feed on the hydrogen and carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. These bacteria then produce
liquid fuels that are similar to fossil fuels.
What is a potential benefit of the artificial leaf?
OA.
It can consume the fuel present in an environment after an oil spill, which will help protect ecosystems from the effects of fossil
fuels
OB
It can be used to to produce fuels in deforested areas so that the animals in the areas will be better able to survive.
Oc.
It can convert fossil fuels into oxygen and hydrogen so that these fuels do not release harmful pollutants to the atmosphere.
It can produce fuels to replace nonrenewable resources, which will help decrease dependence on fossil fuels.
I