Name the agent which decomposes animal dung into biogas.


A micro-organism called 'anaerobic bacteria' decomposes animal dung into biogas. These bacteria don't require Oxygen for this decomposition.

Explanation

The term 'Anaerobic' means occurring in the absence of oxygen or not require oxygen to survive and grow. So, "Anaerobic bacteria" are those bacteria that do not live or grow when oxygen is present. In humans, these bacteria are usually found in the gastrointestinal tract. 

Updated on: 10-Oct-2022

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