Hydrofluorocarbons

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-006317",
  "term": "Hydrofluorocarbons",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "Synthetic organic compounds composed of hydrogen, fluorine, and carbon atoms, widely used as refrigerants, propellants, and foam blowing agents. They are potent greenhouse gases with high global warming potentials, contributing to climate change. Although they do not deplete stratospheric ozone, their emissions are regulated under international agreements like the Kigali Amendment to the Montreal Protocol.",
  "abbreviation": "HFCs",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/hydrofluorocarbons/"
}