Question

Which of the following correctly matches the part of a biogas plant with the process taking place in there?

• A. Digester - Anaerobic respiration
• B. Mixing Tank - Adding petrol to cow dung
• C. Dome Shaped Gas Chamber - burning of gas to produce heat
• D. Gas outlet - supplies oxygen

Answer 1

The correct option is A Digester - Anaerobic respiration

The functions of various component of a biogas plant are as follows:
1. Mixing Tank - mixes cow dung and water to form slurry
2. Inlet Chamber - sends slurry into the digester chamber
3. Digester Tank - fermentation by anaerobic bacteria
4. Outlet Chamber - the chamber through which manure which is formed after the fermentation is removed
5. Overflow Tank - Extra slurry is collected in the overflow tank
6. Dome Shaped Gas Holder - collects the biogas produced.
7. Gas Outlet - controls gas flow out of the gas chamber