Biological Classification And System Of Classification Question 441
Question: Which of the following statements is not correct for methanogens?
Options:
A) They are archaebacteria.
B) They live in marshy areas.
C) Methane is their preferred carbon source.
D) They are present in guts of several ruminant animals (cow, buffaloes) and produce biogas $ (CH_4) $ from the dung of these animals.
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Answer:
Correct Answer: C
Solution:
Methanogens are archaebacteria, that live in marshy area and produce methane as a metabolic byproduct in anoxic conditions.
Methane is not their preferred carbon source.
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