Ethane (C_2H_6)
Term · Energy · MLC-T-ENE-000723
A straight-chain saturated (paraffinic) hydrocarbon extracted predominantly from the natural gas stream, which is gaseous at standard temperature and pressure. It is a colorless gas that boils at a temperature of -127 degrees Fahrenheit.
| Identifier | MLC-T-ENE-000723 |
|---|---|
| Field | Energy |
| Subject | Petroleum |
| References | EIA Glossary |
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