Chlorofluorocarbon
Chlorofluorocarbon
Chlorofluorocarbon (pronounced: klor-oh-floo-roh-kar-bon), often abbreviated as CFC, is a type of compound that contains carbon, chlorine, and fluorine.
Etymology
The term "chlorofluorocarbon" is derived from the elements that make up the compound: chlorine (from the Greek chloros, meaning 'greenish yellow'), fluorine (from the Latin fluere, meaning 'to flow'), and carbon (from the Latin carbo, meaning 'coal').
Description
Chlorofluorocarbons are types of chemical compounds that were widely used in the 20th century, especially in air conditioning systems, refrigeration, aerosols, and in the manufacture of certain types of packaging. They are known for their contribution to the depletion of the ozone layer due to the release of chlorine atoms upon exposure to ultraviolet radiation.
Related Terms
- Ozone Depletion: The process by which chlorofluorocarbons contribute to the thinning of the ozone layer in the Earth's stratosphere.
- Greenhouse Effect: Chlorofluorocarbons are potent greenhouse gases, with a much higher potential for warming the Earth's atmosphere compared to carbon dioxide.
- Montreal Protocol: An international treaty designed to protect the ozone layer by phasing out the production of numerous substances, including chlorofluorocarbons.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Chlorofluorocarbon
- Wikipedia's article - Chlorofluorocarbon
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