Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Biology

Chapter

Microbes in Human Welfare

Question:

Which among the following microbe helps in the prodcuction of biogas ?

Options:

Acetobacter aceti

Methanobacterium

Streptococcus

None of these

Correct Answer:

Methanobacterium

Explanation:

Bacteria, which grow anaerobically on cellulosic material, produce large amount of methane along with CO2 and H2 . These bacteria are collectively called methanogens, and one such common bacterium is Methanobacterium. These bacteria are commonly found in the anaerobic sludge during sewage treatment. These bacteria are also present in the rumen (a part of stomach) of cattle.