Question

Which of the following is responsible for the production of methane in swamps or marshes ?
(a) Fungi
(b) Algae
(c) Aerobic bacteria
(d) Anaerobic bacteria​

Answer 1

Anaerobic bacteria is responsible for the production of methane in swamps or marshes.

Option: (d)

Explanation:  

• The microorganism which produces methane are known as methanogens. They are types of obligate aerobes or anaerobic bacteria.  

• They breakdown any carbohydrate substance which is present in marshes or damp areas.

• This results in the formation of methane and liberates energy which is consumed by the bacteria.  

• Anaerobic bacteria are nature friendly bacteria since they are useful decomposers liberating methane which is used as a fuel.

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Answer 2

Microbes responsible for methane production are - (d) Anaerobic bacteria​.

•Micro organisms which release methane gas are called methanogens.

•They are obligate anaerobes.

•They are found in swamps or lake sediments, alimentary canal etc.

•Methanogens are lithotrophic in nature.

•Lithotrophic organisms are the type of organisms which use inorganic substrates like minerals for energy production.

•Methanogens also play role in waste water treatment.

•Example of methanogens include methanobacterium.