Which one of the following is the major constituent of biogas ?

Which one of the following is the major constituent of biogas ?

Carbon dioxide
Nitrous oxide
Methane
Oxygen
This question was previously asked in
UPSC NDA-2 – 2019
The correct option is C) Methane.
Biogas is a mixture of gases produced by the breakdown of organic matter in the absence of oxygen, primarily consisting of methane and carbon dioxide.
The typical composition of biogas is about 50-75% methane (CH4) and 25-50% carbon dioxide (CO2), with traces of other gases like hydrogen sulfide, nitrogen, and hydrogen. Methane is the primary combustible component that gives biogas its fuel value.
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