The major constituent of Biogas is
(a) CH4
(b) CFC
(c) CO2
(d) CO
WBBSE
Class X
Physical Science
Concerns about our Environment
01 Mark
2024
(a) CH4
Explanation
Biogas primarily consists of methane (CH4), with small amounts of other gases like carbon dioxide (CO2). Methane is the main combustible component.
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