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L.P.G. is a mixture of -

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Methane and Butane
  2. Propane and Butane
  3. Ethane and Propane
  4. Ethane and Butane

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Propane and Butane

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B) Propane and Butane šŸ“š Explanation: Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), used commonly as domestic cooking fuel, is a compressed mixture of flammable hydrocarbon gases, primarily Propane ($\text{C}_3\text{H}_8$) and Butane ($\text{C}_4\text{H}_{10}$). These gases are easily liquefied under moderate pressure for safe storage and transport in cylinders. A small amount of ethyl mercaptan is added to the mixture to give it a distinct smell for easy leak detection.