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Methanogens growing anaerobically on cellulosic material produce

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Methane

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Methane and hydrogen

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Methane, carbon dioxide and hydrogen

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Methane and carbon dioxide

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Solution

The correct option is C Methane, carbon dioxide and hydrogen
Role of methanogens in biogas production

Methanogens are anaerobic bacteria that oxidise organic matter like cellulose to form methane, carbon dioxide and hydrogen. Due to this metabolic property, methanogens have an important role to play in biogas production.

Final answer: (d)

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