Methane is the simplest hydrocarbon molecule in existence, consisting of a single carbon atom bonded to four hydrogen atoms (CH4) in a tetrahedral arrangement that gives the molecule its characteristic three-dimensional shape. This colorless, odorless gas serves as the primary component of natural gas and plays a crucial role in both natural processes and human industry.
In nature, methane is produced through the decomposition of organic matter in oxygen-poor environments, such as wetlands, landfills, and as a byproduct of livestock digestion.
Interestingly, methane’s unique chemical structure makes it relatively stable at room temperature, but when ignited with oxygen, it undergoes complete combustion to produce carbon dioxide and water vapor, releasing a significant amount of energy in the process – this is why it’s so valuable as a fuel source.
N/A
98%
CNG
SG MECNG-
2%
COM
SG MECOM-
2.5
99.5%
CP
SG MECP-
< 0.5%
4.0
99.99%
UP
SG MEUP-
< 100
5.0
99.999%
RES
SG MERES-
< 10
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