Methane (CH4) Gas Safety Information Provided by OX-AN® Gas Detection Ltd
Key Characteristics. These are guidelines only - refer to published documents. OX-AN® Gas Detection Ltd cannot be held responsible in any way for the use of this data. Please contact us for more details
Technical Characteristics of Methane (CH4) |
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| Description: | Methane gas is found naturally in the ground in many instances. It forms the most common ingredient in natural gas. It is also produced when matter decomposes, for example in landfill sites. |
| Properties: | Colourless Odourless Tasteless Flammable Lighter than air - Relative density 0.554 Explosive range - 5% to 15% |
| Risks: | Asphyxiation in high concentrations due to displacement of oxygen Dizziness, headache and nausea in high concentrations Flammable |
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