Methane

Meaning, Term, and Glossary Definition - What is Methane?

A colorless, nonpoisonous, flammable gas created by anaerobic decomposition of organic compounds. A major component of natural gas used in the home.

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Non-Methane Hydrocarbon NMHC   Non-Methane Organic Gases NMOG   Trihalomethanes THM   Total Trihalomethanes TTHM   

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