Which one of the following is the main natural source of Methane?

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Vimal Swarnkar · Accepted Answer

(a) Wetlands. Wetlands are the largest natural source of methane (anaerobic decay by methanogens). Cattle belching and pipeline leaks are anthropogenic sources; burning wood mainly gives CO₂.

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(b) Belching by cattle

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(c) Leakage from pipelines

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(d) Burning of wood

Geo-Scientist Prelims 2020 General Studies Q12: Which one of the following is the main natural source of Methane?

QuestionEnvironment / methane