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Which of the following is needed for the formation of biogas from cow-dung and which not ? Water, Oxygen

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Water is needed
Oxygen is not needed
Biogas is produced using organic material, which is broken down with the help of bacteria in an anaerobic (oxygen-free) environment. The anaerobic digestion process is a natural process

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