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Microbial methane generation is the process by which methane gas is produced by microorganisms in various environments, such as wetlands, landfills, and animal digestive systems. This process involves the breakdown of organic matter by anaerobic bacteria and archaea, which produce methane as a byproduct of their metabolism. Microbial methane generation plays a significant role in the global carbon cycle and is a major contributor to atmospheric methane levels, which is a potent greenhouse gas. Researchers study microbial methane generation to better understand the processes involved, optimize methane production in biogas systems, and mitigate methane emissions in various environments.