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Coal bed methane
Methane is generated during coal formation and is contained in the coal microstructure. Typical recovery entails pumping water out of the coal to allow the gas to escape. Methane is the principal component of natural gas. Coal bed methane can be added to natural gas pipelines without any special treatment.
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EIA Energy Dictionary INDEX:
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1 2 A: Page 1 of 2.
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