Question

    Which fossil fuel is formed under earth by the

    decomposition of vegetable matter lying under water by anaerobic bacteria in the absence of oxygen?
    A Natural gas Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Coal Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Crude oil Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Petrol Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Natural gas- • It is a fossil energy source. • The largest component of natural gas is methane. • It is colourless, shapeless, and odourless in its pure form. • It is formed under the earth by the decomposition of the vegetable matter lying underwater by anaerobic bacteria in the absence of oxygen.

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