Gobar gas contains mainly (UPSC Prelims/1979)

Q. Gobar gas contains mainly
(a) Carbon dioxide
(b) Methane
(c) Ethylene
(d) Carbon monoxide

Correct Answer: (b) Methane

Explanation

Gobar gas is another name for biogas, which is produced by the anaerobic decomposition (decomposition in the absence of oxygen) of organic materials such as cow dung, agricultural waste, and kitchen waste.

The gas produced contains methane as the major component, which makes it useful as a fuel.

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