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Bottled LPG is heavier than air That why it is recommended to place the gas bottle outside of the cabin. Any gas leaks from the bottle being inside, would collect in the bottom of the boat causing a very explosive mixture

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No. Chlorine gas is not lighter than air. It is heavier than air.

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yes, methane is lighter than air

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