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The strong smelling substance added to LPG is:‐
1. ethyl mercaptan
2. ethanol
3. ethanal
4. ethyl butane

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Correct Answer - Option 1 : ethyl mercaptan
  • Liquefied petroleum gas consists of propane and butane 
  • Butane is a flammable hydrocarbon gas.
  • Liquefied petroleum gas is used as fuel for home and industry.
  • The chemical which is added to liquefied petroleum gas(LPG) to detect leakage is ethyl mercaptan.
  • Liquefied petroleum gas used for domestic applications in cylinders under relatively low pressures.
  • Liquefied petroleum gas can be stored nearly indefinitely without degradation. 
  • The molecular formula of butane is C4H10.
  • The molecular formula of propane is C3H8.

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