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Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) is

A

propane

B

methane

C

ethane

D

butane.

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B
Compressed Natural gas (CNG) is mostly methane. It is better alternative to petrol or diesel in terms of adeverse effects on environment. In 2002, public transport vehicles in Delhi switched to CNG by the order of government as it burns more efficientyly and cause lesser pollution.
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