Most of the methane produced by methanogens is oxidized by other types of bacteria before it affects Earth's climate.

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Methanogens produce methane as a metabolic byproduct, but other bacteria in the environment, such as methane-oxidizing bacteria, are also present to consume this methane. These bacteria convert methane into carbon dioxide, which is less harmful to the environment. Therefore, most of the methane produced by methanogens is oxidized by other types of bacteria before it affects Earth's climate.

Most of the Methane Produced by Methanogens Is Oxidized by Other