Microbial Activities in Rice Paddies Increase the Release of Methane

Microbial activities in rice paddies increase the release of methane. What will happen if the rice paddies are drained and aerated?

A) More methane will be released.
B) Increased carbon dioxide production.
C) No change in the amount of methane generated.
D) All the methanogens will die.
E) Rice roots will absorb the methane.