Natural gas extraction involves the process of retrieving natural gas from underground reservoirs. This gas is primarily composed of methane and is often found in association with other fossil fuels like oil or in shale formations. The extraction process typically includes drilling wells to access the gas and using various techniques to bring it to the surface. Once extracted, the natural gas is processed to remove impurities and separate it from other hydrocarbons. It is then transported through pipelines to distribution centers, where it can be delivered to homes and businesses for heating, cooking, and electricity generation.