hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCF)

Definition

Chemicals manufactured from hydrocarbons, and containing chlorine and fluorine in addition to carbon and hydrogen. HCF are used as replacement for chlorofluorocarbons (CFC) because of their lower ozone depletion potential (ODP) and environmental pollution potential. However, they contribute to global warming through the buildup of greenhouse gases (see greenhouse effect).

Popular 'Environment & Pollution Control' Terms

hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCF) in the news

Loading...

This content can be found on the following page:

http://www.businessdictionary.com/definition/hydrochlorofluorocarbon-HCF.html

Search for another term



Tools

hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCF) is...

... in the Environment & Pollution Control, Industries, Manufacturing, & Technology and Material & Occupational Safety subjects.

Nearby Terms

Browse by Letter: # A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z