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List two (former) uses of CFCs.

   List two (former) uses of CFCs.

Chemistry for Changing Times

Chemistry for Changing Times

John W. Hill; Terry… 14th Edition

Chapter 13, Problem 1

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10/30/2021

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The first use is as a refrigerant and the second use is in aerosol sprays. Show more…

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Aerosol Propellants

Chlorofluorocarbons served as effective propellants in aerosol sprays due to their ability to rapidly expel liquids under pressure. This use was prevalent in products like personal care items and cleaning agents until environmental regulations limited their use because of their role in ozone depletion.

Refrigerants

CFCs were widely used in refrigeration and air conditioning systems because of their stability, suitable thermodynamic properties, and non-flammable nature. Their effectiveness in heat transfer made them popular for cooling applications before concerns about their environmental impact led to their phase-out.

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