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Methane Gas and Its Removal from Water Wells in Pennsylvania

Methane Gas and Its Removal from Water Wells in Pennsylvania

Full Title:  Methane Gas and Its Removal from Water Wells in Pennsylvania
Author(s):  Penn State Extension
Publisher(s):  Penn State Extension
Publication Date: October 1, 2012
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Description (excerpt):

Methane gas is the main component in natural gas. It occurs naturally in some shallow rock layers that are penetrated by water wells. Methane can be dissolved in the groundwater in private water wells at various concentrations as a natural condition.

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