Which is not correct for methanogens? | CGP Edu

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Published on: August 13, 2026

Which is not correct for methanogens?

A

Present in the gut of several ruminant animals such as cows and buffaloes

B

They are responsible for the production of methanol

C

They are responsible for the production of biogas from the dung of ruminant

D

They are responsible for the production of methane

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Methanogens are specialized microorganisms belonging to the domain Archaea. Their primary metabolic function is methanogenesis, the production of methane (CH 4 ) as a metabolic byproduct under anaerobic (oxygen-free) conditions. They do not produce methanol; methanol is a different chemical compound (CH 3 OH) typically produced via different biological or industrial processes.

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