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प्रश्न
Write any two advantages of using biogas.
उत्तर
Two advantages of using biogas are the following.
1. Biogas is a clean fuel with a high calorific value, so it is a viable alternative to fossil fuels.
2. Large-scale utilisation of biowastes and sewage for producing biogas is a safe and efficient method of waste disposal and a source of energy.
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