Understanding Global Warming Potential

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What is the baseline measurement for Global Warming Potential (GWP)?

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Carbon Dioxide (CO₂)

Front

Which of the following refrigerants has a global warming potential thousands of times greater than carbon dioxide? R-600a (Isobutane), R-290 (Propane), R-410A, R-441A

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R-410A

Front

Which type of refrigerants have the lowest global warming potential compared to CFCs, HCFCs, and HFCs?

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Hydrofluoroolefin (HFO) refrigerants

Front

Which refrigerant has a significantly lower global warming potential compared to HFCs like R-134a? Options: R-404A, R-407C, R-600a (Isobutane), R-410A

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R-600a (Isobutane)

Front

What characteristic makes hydrofluoroolefin (HFO) refrigerants a good fit for HVACR equipment?

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Non-ozone depleting

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of most HFC refrigerants? Very high global warming potential, Damaging to the environment, Used in refrigeration

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Environmentally friendly

Front

Which refrigerant is used as a baseline for comparing the global warming potential of other gases?

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Carbon Dioxide (CO₂)

Front

Which of the following refrigerants is known for having a very low global warming potential? R-134a, R-404A, R-441A, R-407C

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R-441A

Front

What is the primary environmental concern associated with most HFC refrigerants?

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High global warming potential

Front

Which refrigerant is considered a hydrocarbon (HC) with a low global warming potential? Options: R-410A, R-134a, R-290 (Propane), R-407C

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R-290 (Propane)