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What is the role of methanogens in the rumen of cattle?
BiologyMicrobes in Human WelfareNEET
Options:
  • A They help in the breakdown of cellulose and play an important role in cattle nutrition
  • B They produce methane and nitrogen
  • C They produce carbon dioxide and hydrogen
  • D They produce nitrogen and oxygen
Solution:
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The correct answer is: They help in the breakdown of cellulose and play an important role in cattle nutrition
Methanogens, including Methanobacterium, are present in the rumen of cattle and help in the breakdown of cellulose, playing an important role in cattle nutrition.

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