Question

Write 6 uses of methane

Answer 1

Uses of Methane

1) Methane is a gaseous fuel. It is used as industrial and domestic fuel.

2) Methane is used in the manufacturing of rubber tyer and printer's ink.

3) Methane is used in the manufacturing of methyl alcohol, formaldehyde, hydrogen and synthetic gas.

4) Chlorination products of Methane like chloroform, carbontetrachloride are good solvents for non-,polar substances.

5) Ethane is used as a gaseous fuel.

6) Ethane is used in the preparation of ethylene , chlotoethanes , etc.

Answer 2

1. used as domestic fuel
2. used in industrial fuel
3. used to produce rubber tyre
4. used to manufacture printer's ink