Chlorofluorocarbons
/ˌklɔːrəʊˌflʊəˈrɒkɑːrbənz/
Definitions
- (n.) Chemicals once widely used in refrigerants and aerosol propellants, now regulated under environmental laws because they deplete the ozone layer.
The use of chlorofluorocarbons has been restricted by international treaties to protect the ozone layer.
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- chlorofluorocarbons
- chlorofluorocarbon
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Commentary
In legal contexts, chlorofluorocarbons are primarily discussed with reference to environmental regulations and international agreements controlling their use.
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