Which compares the gases most commonly released by fertilizers and gases from landfills?(1 point)

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Chemicals from fertilizers can release methane, while landfills release carbon dioxide.
Chemicals from fertilizers can release methane, while landfills release carbon dioxide.

Chemicals from fertilizers can release methane, while landfills release nitrous oxide.
Chemicals from fertilizers can release methane, while landfills release nitrous oxide.

Chemicals from fertilizers can release nitrous oxide, while landfills release methane.
Chemicals from fertilizers can release nitrous oxide, while landfills release methane.

Chemicals from fertilizers can release carbon dioxide, while landfills release methane.

Answer 1

The most accurate comparison of the gases commonly released by fertilizers and landfills is:

Chemicals from fertilizers can release nitrous oxide, while landfills release methane.

Fertilizers, particularly nitrogen-based ones, can lead to the production of nitrous oxide (N₂O), a potent greenhouse gas. Landfills, on the other hand, are significant sources of methane (CH₄), which is generated during the anaerobic decomposition of organic materials.