Mercapton is a strong odorant added to natural gas supplies prior to distribution.
Frequently is used mercaptane.
Ethyl Mercaptane is C2H5SH. It is a sulphur containing organic compound. It is added into LPG so as to detect any leakage of LPG. The Pungent smell that comes from LPG is tht of ethyl mercaptane,otherwise LPG is an odourless gas.
There is a gas in it called methane, that is what makes it smell :)
A chemical called mercaptan (specifically tert-butylthiol) is added to natural gas to give it a distinctive odor, commonly described as "rotten egg smell." This odorant is added as a safety measure to help detect gas leaks and prevent potential hazards.
The wahing soda and cleaners we use contians a chemical named sodium hypochlorite. eating friuts like banana and mango help to decrease the increased bloob pressure by activating the potassium and sodium chanels present in the cell membrane. Turmeric has an anticancer agent. the smell which we get due to gas leakage is because of the compound ETHYL MERCAPTANE, other wise lpg i.e.mixture of ligth and few hydrocarbon is oudorless.
Gas companies add a chemical called mercaptan to natural gas to give it a distinct odor that is easily detectable in case of leaks. Mercaptan has a strong, unpleasant smell similar to rotten eggs, allowing people to quickly identify a gas leak and take appropriate action.
A pig can produce around 13-17 grams of methane per day through normal digestive processes, such as fermentation in the gut. Methane is a natural byproduct of the digestion of fibrous materials in the diet of pigs.