Glossaria.net

Glossary Environmental Economics / Term

Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)

Stable, artificially-created chemical compounds containing carbon, chlorine, fluorine and sometimes hydrogen. Chlorofluorocarbons, used primarily to facilitate cooling in refrigerators and air conditioners, have been found to damage the stratospheric ozone layer which protects the earth and its inhabitants from excessive ultraviolet radiation.

Permanent link Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) - Creation date 2020-04-19


< Change in Supply Glossary / Environmental Economics Civilian Labor Force >