Chemistry PYQ 128 of 291 · Organic Chemistry

The major component of CNG is:

  1. ACO2
  2. BN2
  3. CH2
  4. DCH4
  5. ENone of the above/More than one of the above

66th BPSC Prelims Re-exam 2020

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Correct answer: (d) CH4

Explanation

CNG (compressed natural gas) is mostly methane (CH₄), about 80–90%, stored at high pressure (200–250 bar).

It burns more cleanly than petrol and diesel, giving less carbon monoxide, unburnt hydrocarbons and particulates.

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