Gas Properties - Methane

Gas Name	Chemical Formula	Chemical Family
Methane	CH₄	Alkane
Synonym(s)	Marsh Gas, Natural Gas, Methyl Hydride

Molecular Weight	Critical Pressure (psia)	Critical Temperature (R)	Ratio of Specific Heats
16.040	673	343.7	1.310
Physical Characteristics		Solubility
Colorless, Odorless, Tasteless		Slightly soluble in water. Soluble in alcohol and most petroleum products.
Applications or Uses
Fuel or Chemical use
Hazards
Flammable. Explosive. Asphyxiant. Lighter than air so collects in overhead pockets. Handle in well-ventilated areas.
Material Requirements
Standard materials of construction
Lubrication
Standard guidelines for lube or non-lube service.
Comments
No special considerations for compression.

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