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Why does LPG gas smell foul ? What is its significance ?

2007-01-13 23:42:44 · 2 answers · asked by Ayush 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry

Because of a compound called ethyl mercaptan (C2H5SH), it is mixed in LPG in very small amounts. It is very helpful for detecting gas leaks.

2007-01-13 23:51:23 · answer #1 · answered by ag_iitkgp 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

It is actually orderless. The smell is put in by man. That way you know if you have a gas leak.

2007-01-13 23:51:26 · answer #2 · answered by bill a 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋