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______ is the chief component of natural gas.

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Ethane

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Methane

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Propane

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Butane

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Solution

The correct option is B Methane
Natural gas is a fossil fuel. It is used for cooking, heating and electricity generation. It is found in the deep underground rock formation. It is a naturally occurring hydrocarbon gas mixture consisting primarily of methane. Its compressed form (CNG) is also used as fuel for vehicles.

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