Which of the following is the other name for 39 Marsh Gas 39 ........

General Studies (CGL) General Science

Which of the following is the other name for 'Marsh Gas'?

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SSC CGL 24th August 2021 Shift-2

Methane

Ethane

Propane

Butane

- Option 1: Methane

- Marsh gas is primarily composed of methane.

- It is produced by the anaerobic decomposition of organic matter in wetlands.

- Methane is a simple hydrocarbon with the chemical formula CH4.

- Correct Answer: Methane

- Option 2: Ethane

- Ethane is a hydrocarbon with the chemical formula C2H6.

- It is found in natural gas but is not known as marsh gas.

- Option 3: Propane

- Propane is a hydrocarbon with the chemical formula C3H8.

- Commonly used as a fuel, it is not referred to as marsh gas.

- Option 4: Butane

- Butane is a hydrocarbon with the chemical formula C4H10.

- Like propane, it is used as a fuel but not associated with marshes.

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