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chlorofluorocarbon

Term ID
CHEBI:134024
Synonyms
  • CFC
  • CFCs
  • chlorofluorocarbons
Definition
An organochlorine compound derived from methane, ethane or propane that contains atoms of carbon, chlorine, and fluorine only. They are nontoxic, nonflammable chemicals used in aerosol sprays and as refrigerants. Being ozone depletion agents, their manufacture and use is being phased out under the Montreal Protocol.
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Ontology
ChEBI  ( EBI )
Relationships
is a type of
has subtype
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Phenotype
Phenotype resulting from chlorofluorocarbon
Phenotype where environments contain chlorofluorocarbon
Phenotype modified by environments containing chlorofluorocarbon
Human Disease Model