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Propane

Definition

Propane is a propellant used to dispense a product from a container. It is often used in concert with other propellants, such as butane and isobutane. While propane is commonly known for its use as a fuel, for example, for grills and portable stoves, when used as a propellant, its energy comes from being compressed in a can rather than from being lit or heated.