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Why is CNG considered an environmental-friendly fuel? State two reasons for it.


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CNG

  1. CNG is made by compressing natural gas that's why it is known as compressed natural gas.
  2. CNG mainly contains methane gas.
  3. CNG has no corrosive properties, is colorless, and has no odor.

Two reasons for CNG to be environmental-friendly

  1. CNG does not produce smoke and ash on burning.
  2. CNG emits carbon compounds in very fewer quantities which contaminates the environment as compared to other petroleum products.

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