Which of the Following Statements Concerning Natural Gas Is Not

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements concerning natural gas is not true?

• A) Gas-fired power plants emit up to 40% less carbon dioxide than coal-burning power plants.
• B) 70-95% of natural gas consists primarily of ethane (C₂H₆).
• C) Combustion of methane does not produce ash.
• D) Large amounts of methane exist in the oceans because methane hydrates.
• E) Natural gas is found deep under the Earth's surface.

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