Chlorofluorocarbons
Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)
Chlorofluorocarbons (pronounced: kloro-fluoro-carbons), often abbreviated as CFCs, are types of compounds that contain carbon, chlorine, and fluorine. They are also known as Freons, a trademark of the Chemours Company.
Etymology
The term "Chlorofluorocarbons" is derived from the chemical elements that make up the compound: Chlorine, Fluorine, and Carbon.
Description
CFCs are types of chemical compounds that were widely used in the 20th century as refrigerants, aerosol propellants, and in air conditioners. They are known for their role in ozone depletion.
Health and Environmental Impact
Exposure to CFCs can lead to health issues such as skin irritation, eye problems, and in severe cases, irregular heart rhythms. Environmentally, CFCs contribute to the depletion of the earth's ozone layer, leading to an increase in harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation reaching the earth's surface.
Related Terms
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Chlorofluorocarbons
- Wikipedia's article - Chlorofluorocarbons
This WikiMD dictionary article is a stub. You can help make it a full article.
Languages: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
Urdu,
বাংলা,
తెలుగు,
தமிழ்,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
русский,
português do Brasil,
Italian,
polski