Chlorofluorocarbon

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-004911",
  "term": "Chlorofluorocarbon",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "A compound consisting of chlorine, fluorine, and carbon. Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) are very stable in the troposphere. They move to the stratosphere and are broken down by strong ultraviolet light, where they release chlorine atoms that then deplete the ozone layer. CFCs were commonly used as refrigerants, solvents, and foam blowing agents. The most common CFCs were CFC-11, CFC-12, CFC-113, CFC-114, and CFC-115. CFCs have been phased out in the United States, with a few exceptions.",
  "abbreviation": "CFC",
  "subject": "Air",
  "references": [
    "Ozone Layer Protection Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/chlorofluorocarbon/"
}