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Question

Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) is mainly composed of

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

Answer:

Option A: Methane

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Methane”.

Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) is mainly composed of Methane. Methane (CH₄) is the primary component of natural gas, typically comprising about 70-90% of its composition. CNG is used as a fuel for vehicles and as a cleaner alternative to other fossil fuels because it produces fewer emissions when burned.