15) Methanotrophs Flashcards
1
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What are Methanotrophs ?
A
These are Methane oxidising bacteria
2
Q
Explain ?
A
These bacteria metabolise and convert Methane into C02
3
Q
Advantages ?
A
Effectively reduce emission of methane (2nd most imp GHG), used in value added products
4
Q
Where are these found ?
A
Roots and soil water interfaces of rice fields
5
Q
Who has worked on it ?
A
Agharkar Research Institute , Pune
6
Q
Why are these found so profoundly near rice fields ?
A
Rice fields are human made wetlands and are waterlogged for a considerable period. This causes anaerobic degradation of organic matter resulting into methane – These contribute 10% of global methane
