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: [[Natural Gas]] is a [[hydrocarbon]] because it is a [[molecule]] made of only [[Hydrogen]] and [[Carbon]] [[atom]]s. | : [[Natural Gas]] is a [[hydrocarbon]] because it is a [[molecule]] made of only [[Hydrogen]] and [[Carbon]] [[atom]]s. | ||
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Revision as of 17:21, 7 April 2019
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Key Stage 3
Meaning
Natural Gas is a gaseous Fossil Fuel formed from the remains of dead plants and animals.
About Natural Gas
- Natural Gas is a non-renewable energy resource.
- Natural Gas has energy in its chemical potential energy store which can be transferred into a thermal energy store by combustion.
Key Stage 4
Meaning
Natural Gas is a fraction of Crude Oil which a Carbon chain length of around 1-2 Carbon atoms.
About Natural Gas
- Natural Gas is a hydrocarbon because it is a molecule made of only Hydrogen and Carbon atoms.
- Natural Gas is used as fuel for heating homes and in gas power stations.