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Gassy Cows Warm The Planet. Scientists Think They Know How To Squelch Those Belches
Description: Cattle pass a lot of gas, and the methane from their flatulence and especially, their belches, is an expanding burden on the planet. The greenhouse gas has a warming potential 25 times of carbon dioxide. Scientists think they've figured out a way for us to one day have our cattle and eat them, too - gas-free. The key is breeding less-gassy cattle, and scientists now know it's possible because according to a new study. [Source: MPBN (Maine Public Broadcasting Network)]
URL: http://mainepublic.org/post/gassy-cows-warm-planet-scientists-think-they-know-how-squelch-those-belches#stream/0
Availability: Full Text
Source: MPBN (Maine Public Broadcasting Network)
Publish Date: 9/22/2017
Reading Level: Basic
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