This book briefly examines the increasing degradation of the environment and emission of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere which has has led to the research and development of alternative to fossil fuels. Vegetable oil has been cited as one of these renewable sources; it is a triglyceride and composed of fatty acids is used in the production of Bio-diesel, an alternative source of energy. Consequently, bio-diesel has become more attractive recently because of its environmental benefits and the fact that it is made from renewable resources. Vegetable oil, as alternative engine fuel, is...