Consider the following statements:

1. Assertion (A): The main constituent of the Liquefied Petroleum Gas is methane.
2. Reason (R): Methane can be used directly for burning in homes and factories where it can be supplied through pipelines.

Which of the statements is/are correct?

1. Both (A) and (R) are individually true and R is the correct explanation of A
2. Both (A) and (R) are individually true and R is not the correct explanation of A
3. A is true but R is false
4. A is false but R is true

Explanation

Option (d) is correct

• The Assertion is false because LPG mainly consists of propane and butane, not methane. Methane is the principal component of Natural Gas and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG). The Reason is true. Methane can indeed be supplied through pipelines and used directly as a fuel in homes, industries, and power plants. This is the basis of many city gas distribution networks.

Answer: (d) A is false, but R is true