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Which greenhouse gas is primarily associated with livestock farming?

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MCQ

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practice

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Topic

Carbon dioxide and methane as greenhouse gases

Question

Methane

Methane is the primary greenhouse gas emitted during livestock farming, especially from enteric fermentation in ruminants.

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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