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प्रश्न
Distinguish between the following.
Biogas and natural gas
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उत्तर
| Biogas | Natural gas |
| Formed using organic wastes such as dead plant and animal matter, animal dung and kitchen waste | Found along with petroleum deposits and gets released when crude oil is brought to the surface |
| Is a non-conventional source of energy | Is a conventional source of energy |
| Is easily available, especially in rural areas | Is not easily available; very few countries have sufficient natural gas reserves of their own |
| Is polluting; causes greenhouse effect as it releases carbon dioxide | Is a cleaner fuel |
| Used as a domestic fuel for cooking and lighting | Used as a domestic fuel as well as an industrial fuel |
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