GEMET
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μεθάνιο
Definition

A colourless, odourless, and tasteless gas, lighter than air and reacting violently with chlorine and bromine in sunlight, a chief component of natural gas; used as a source of methanol, acetylene, and carbon monoxide. Also known as methyl hydride.

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Concept URL: http://www.eionet.europa.eu/gemet/concept/5199