Class 12th Biology 2014 Set3 Delhi Board Paper Solution
Question 21
What are methanogens? Name the animals in which methanogens occur and the role they play there.
Answer
Methanogens are anaerobic bacteria that produce methane from organic matter. Example: Methanobacterium
Methanogens are commonly found in the rumen of cattle and help in cellulose digestion. Hence, excreta of cattle (gobar) is rich in methanogens.
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