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compressed natural gas
/kəmpɹˈɛst nˈætʃɚɹəl ɡˈæs/
CNG
Compressed natural gas
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the natural gas that has been compressed to a high pressure for use as a fuel in vehicles
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
complex compound
Uncountable
Plural form
compressed natural gases
What is "compressed natural gas"?
Compressed natural gas (CNG) is a type of fuel made from natural gas that is stored at high pressure. It is used in some vehicles as an alternative to gasoline or diesel. CNG is cleaner than other fuels because it produces fewer harmful emissions when burned, making it better for the environment. It is typically used in cars, buses, and trucks that are specially designed to run on this fuel. CNG is stored in special tanks on the vehicle and is refueled at specific gas stations equipped to handle it.
Examples
Many public buses in urban areas now run on compressed natural gas due to its lower emissions compared to diesel.
