methane
US /ˈmiː.θeɪn/
UK /ˈmiː.θeɪn/
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甲烷
a colorless, odorless flammable gas that is the main constituent of natural gas. It is the simplest alkane and is used as a fuel and in the production of other chemicals.
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Methane is a potent greenhouse gas.
甲烷是一种强效温室气体。
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Landfills produce a significant amount of methane.
垃圾填埋场产生大量的甲烷。