Description
The liquefied petroleum gases (LPG) are butane, isobutene, propane,
propylene (propane) and butylenes (butanes). The gases are flammable,
colorless, noncorrosive and nontoxic. They are easily liquefied and
used either in liquid or gaseous form.
Uses
Liquefied petroleum gases are used as fuel for heating, cooking, air
conditioning and refrigeration. It is also used by industries as a
standby fuel, for heating, metal cutting and welding. It is also used
as a fuel in vehicles and stationary engines.