Chlorofluorocarbons

The video discusses halogenated compounds like ethane, methane, and propane, where hydrogen atoms are replaced by chlorine and fluorine. Historically, these compounds were used in refrigerators, as fire suppressants, and in aerosols. However, their use led to significant damage to the ozone layer, prompting an international agreement in 1989 to phase them out.

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