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What is the primary chemical component of natural gas and biogas?

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

Answer options

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

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Methane

Explanation: ✅ Correct Answer: B) Methane 📚 Explanation: Methane (CH₄) is a highly flammable, odorless greenhouse gas that serves as the simplest alkane. It forms the absolute largest percentage of both compressed natural gas (CNG) and biologically produced biogas. Because it burns relatively cleanly compared to coal, it is heavily used worldwide as a primary fuel source for heating and electricity generation.