Neet Solved Paper 2013 Question 85

Question: During sewage treatment, biogases are produced, which include

Options:

A) methane, hydrogen sulphide and carbon dioxide

B) methane, oxygen and hydrogen sulphide

C) hydrogen sulphide, methane and sulphur dioxide

D) hydrogen sulphide, nitrogen and methane

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Answer:

Correct Answer: A

Solution:

  • Biogas is a mixture of gases (mainly methane) produced by the microbial activity and which may be used as fuel. During biogas production, the bacteria called methanogens digest the activated sludge and produce a mixture of gases such as methane, hydrogen sulphide, carbon dioxide and hydrogen.