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Bio-gas consists of

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Carbon monoxide, Methene and Hydrogen
  2. Carbon dioxide, Methane and Hydrogen
  3. Carbon monoxide, Ethane and Hydrogen
  4. Carbon dioxide, Ethane and Hydrogen

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Carbon dioxide, Methane and Hydrogen

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B) Carbon dioxide, Methane and Hydrogen šŸ“š Explanation: Biogas is a renewable fuel produced by the anaerobic decomposition of organic waste materials like cow dung and agricultural residue. It consists primarily of Methane ($\text{CH}_4$) and Carbon Dioxide ($\text{CO}_2$), along with small amounts of Hydrogen ($\text{H}_2$). Methane is the primary combustible component that makes biogas an effective fuel for cooking and electricity generation. It offers a sustainable and eco-friendly energy solution for rural communities.