Meaning & use
methane
A colorless, odorless, flammable gas made of carbon and hydrogen that is the main component of natural gas.
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Cows release methane as part of their digestion, which contributes to greenhouse gas emissions.
Engineers captured methane from the landfill and used it to generate electricity for nearby homes.
A note on using this word
Methane is a potent greenhouse gas, so it appears often in discussions of climate change and energy, not just chemistry.
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