Le gaz naturel
Example: Le gaz naturel est utilisé pour chauffer les maisons en hiver.
Definition
"Le gaz naturel" is a naturally occurring mixture of gases, primarily methane, used as a source of energy for heating homes, cooking, and generating electricity. It is valued for its efficiency and cleaner-burning properties compared to other fossil fuels.
Etymology
The term "le gaz naturel" comes from French, where "gaz" derives from the Dutch word 'gas,' coined in the 17th century to describe an invisible, air-like substance. "Naturel" means 'natural,' indicating that this gas is extracted directly from underground reservoirs without chemical alteration.
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"Le gaz naturel" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Energy - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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