Multiple choice

Which of the following organisms is most likely to produce greenhouse gases such as nitrous oxide and methane?

  1. Fungi

  2. Earthworm

  3. Bacteria

  4. Green plants

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Bacteria are major producers of greenhouse gases. Denitrifying bacteria produce nitrous oxide (N2O) as a byproduct, while methanogenic archaea (often grouped with bacteria in general contexts) produce methane (CH4) in anaerobic environments like wetlands and rice paddies. Earthworms improve soil but don't directly produce these gases.