Question detail

Which of the following is a significant source of methane emissions in agriculture?

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At a glance

MCQ

Type

practice

Style

Topic

Carbon dioxide and methane as greenhouse gases

Question

Rice paddies

Rice paddies create anaerobic conditions that lead to methane production during the decomposition of organic matter in flooded fields.

Misunderstanding Methane Sources

Students often confuse the sources of methane emissions, thinking they only come from livestock.

Emphasize that methane emissions also arise from agricultural practices such as rice cultivation and manure management, not just from cattle.

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