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Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG)


Chemical Composition Primarily methane (CH₄) with small amounts of ethane, propane, and other hydrocarbons
Methane Content 85% - 99%
Density 430 - 470 kg/m³ (liquid form)
Boiling Point -162°C (-260°F)
Energy Content 45 - 50 MJ/kg
Calorific Value 36 - 38 MJ/m³ (net)
Cryogenic Temperature Stored and transported at -160°C to -162°C
Vapor Pressure Near atmospheric pressure at boiling point
Flammability Range 5% - 15% in air
Expansion Ratio 1:600 (liquid to gas)
Purity Typically > 90% methane
Odor Odorless in its natural state
Color Colorless
Corrosiveness Non-corrosive