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Chlorofluorocarbons
Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) are a family of compounds containing chlorine, fluorine and carbon. They are generally non-reactive and have low flammability, low toxicity and low solubility in water. Major sources of CFCs are aerosol propellants, cleaning solvents, refrigerants, and plastic blowing agents. When CFCs are emitted into the atmosphere, they stay there for a long period of time and deplete the ozone layer. Spray consumer products advertise that they contain no CFC’s. However, CFC’s were banned in the 1980’s, so this claim is irrelevant.
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