Why is methane such a common molecule?

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Hmp asked Oct 21, 2023

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Why is methane such a common molecule?

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Methane (CH4) is a hydrocarbon which is a primary component of natural gas, Methane is more than 25 times as potent as carbon dioxide at trapping heat in the atmosphere.

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Because it is formed by combining two elements i.e carbon and hydrogen.

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