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What are the full forms of CNG and LPG? Write their uses? [3 MARKS]
What are the full forms of CNG and LPG? Write their uses? [3 MARKS]
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Uses: 1.5 Marks
CNG stands for Compressed Natural Gas which is methane stored at high pressure.
CNG is used in motor vehicles as an alternative fuel. in place of gasoline (petrol), Diesel fuel and propane/LPG. CNG combustion produces fewer undesirable gases than these fuels.
LPG stands for Liquefied petroleum gas. It consists of gases like propane or butane which are flammable mixtures of hydrocarbon gases.
LPG is used as fuel in heating appliances, cooking equipment, and vehicles. When specifically used as a vehicle fuel it is referred to as an autogas.
Expansion of the Acronym: 1.5 Marks
Uses: 1.5 Marks
CNG stands for Compressed Natural Gas which is methane stored at high pressure.
CNG is used in motor vehicles as an alternative fuel. in place of gasoline (petrol), Diesel fuel and propane/LPG. CNG combustion produces fewer undesirable gases than these fuels.
LPG stands for Liquefied petroleum gas. It consists of gases like propane or butane which are flammable mixtures of hydrocarbon gases.
LPG is used as fuel in heating appliances, cooking equipment, and vehicles. When specifically used as a vehicle fuel it is referred to as an autogas.
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