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Biogas
Biogas is a type of biofuel that is produced spontaneously as organic waste decomposes. When organic matter, such as food scraps and animal waste, decomposes in an anaerobic (oxygen-free) environment, a mixture of gases is generated, principally methane and carbon dioxide.
Natural Gas
Natural gas is a complex blend of hydrocarbon-rich gases. All of these gases (methane, nitrogen, carbon dioxide, and so on) are found in the atmosphere naturally. Natural gas reserves are found near other solid and liquid hydrocarbons such as coal and crude oil deep inside the earth.
Biogas and Natural Gas differ on the following basis
Formation
Biogas form In the presence of anaerobic bacteria, a naturally occurring gas results from the breakdown of organic waste. Natural gas is a fossil fuel.
Sources
Biogas can be produced synthetically or from natural sources like agricultural waste, manure, municipal trash, plant materials, sewage, and other raw materials. Natural gas is produced from natural sources like plants, animals, and microorganisms that lived millions of years ago.
Energy Source
Biogas is an energy source that is both renewable and environmentally friendly. Natural gas is a nonrenewable energy source.
Production
Biogas is produced by biological processes that break down organic substances.
Natural gas is produced by geological processes that break down organic materials.
Materials
Methane, carbon dioxide, hydrogen sulphide, nitrogen, hydrogen, and carbon monoxide are all found in impotent levels in biogas. Methane and simple alkanes are found in natural gas, along with trace amounts of carbon dioxide, nitrogen, hydrogen, and sulphide, as well as minute amounts of helium.
Availability
Biogas is generally utilised in rural areas. In metropolitan areas, natural gas is employed as a power source.
Usage
Biogas isn’t employed as a source of raw materials. Natural gas is used in the petrochemical industry as a raw ingredient.
Transportation
Municipal, cooperative, and individual biogas facilities are all set up. Natural gas is transported through pipelines, and the availability and accessibility are easy.
