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The use of liquefied natural gas (LNG ) to move natural gas efficiently from producer to consumer is a major industry. This chapter discusses the hazards associated with LNG. The properties of LNG are covered and unique hazards such as stratification and rollover are discussed. More common hazards such as flammability , pressure rise and oxygen deficiency are described. The phenomenon of rapid phase transition is also covered. Reference to existing codes and standards is emphasized. A list of best practices is included.
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Even if the released natural gas does not catch fire, methane is a very significant greenhouse gas and its release into the atmosphere should be avoided.
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Peterson, T., Weisend II, J. (2019). Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Safety. In: Cryogenic Safety. International Cryogenics Monograph Series. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-16508-6_7
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