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What are the pros and cons of natural gas?

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Pros: Easily combustiable, easily transportable and about 40% less pollutant than other fossil fuels.

Cons: Because its so easily combustable any leak can result in a fire or explosion. Transportation is easy but expensive because of miles of pipelines or specially designed tankers to transport them.

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