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Which of the following gas is toxic to methanogenic bacteria?

(a) Carbon

(b) Sulphur

(c) Nitrogen

(d) Oxygen

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This intriguing question comes from Biological Treatment topic in division Chemical, Physical & Biological Treatment of Hazardous Waste Management

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The correct answer is (d) Oxygen

To elaborate: Oxygen is toxic to methanogenic bacteria, the waste has to be kept anoxic conditions.

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