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Which one of the following bacterial groups are exploited in biogas production?

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Methanogens
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Methanotrophs
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Organotrophs
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Eubacteria
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Solution

The correct option is A Methanogens
Methanogens are microorganisms that produce methane (in biogas production) as a metabolic byproduct. They are classified as archaea, a domain distinct from bacteria. Methanogenesis or biomethanation is the formation of methane by microbes known as methanogens.

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