ClimateAugust 29, 2026

chlorofluorocarbon

KLOR-oh-FLOR-oh-kar-bun

Definition

A type of synthetic chemical compound formerly used in refrigerants and aerosols that, when released, rises to the atmosphere and contributes to the depletion of the ozone layer.

Etymology

The word is a chemical compound term formed from the prefixes 'chloro-' (from Greek khloros, meaning pale green) and 'fluoro-' (from Latin fluere, meaning to flow), combined with 'carbon' (from Latin carbo, meaning coal).

In the news

The article mentions toxic chlorofluorocarbon emissions from cooling appliances as a significant contributor to global warming, highlighting the need for environmental awareness.

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