Which of the following is the main component of natural gas? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is the main component of natural gas?
A. Methane
B. Propane
C. Butane
D. Ethane
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Natural gas is a fossil fuel composed primarily of methane (CH4), typically making up 70-90% of its volume. It also contains smaller amounts of ethane, propane, butane, and other heavier hydrocarbons, along with non-hydrocarbon gases like carbon dioxide and nitrogen.

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