Q. Consider the following statements:
1.Methylotuvimicrobium buryatense 5GB1C is a bacterial strain that consumes methane.
2.Methanotrophs are a type of marine algae known for their ability to produce large amounts of methane, contributing to the greenhouse effect.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
Answer: A
Notes:
Explanation –
Statement 1 is correct. Methylotuvimicrobium buryatense 5GB1C is a bacterial strain that consumes methane. It is a type of Methanotrophs that consume low methane (500 ppm) at significantly higher rates.
Statement 2 is incorrect. Methanotrophs are a unique group of microorganisms that possess the remarkable ability to metabolize methane as their primary source of carbon and energy.
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