In which of the following areas/s Hydro fluorocarbons used? 1. Aerosol propellants 2. Fire retardants3. Refrigerants How many of the statements given above are correct? |ForumIAS

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Q. In which of the following areas/s Hydro fluorocarbons used?
1.Aerosol propellants
2.Fire retardants
3.Refrigerants
How many of the statements given above are correct?

[A] Only one

[B] Only two

[C] Only three

[D] None

Answer: C

Notes:

Explanation: Hydrofluorocarbons are used as refrigerants, aerosol propellants, solvents, and fire retardants.

These chemicals were developed as a replacement for chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) because they do not deplete the stratospheric ozone layer.

Source: Shankar IAS

Q. In which of the following areas/s Hydro fluorocarbons used? 1.Aerosol propellants 2.Fire retardants3.Refrigerants How many of the statements given above are correct?

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Q. In which of the following areas/s Hydro fluorocarbons used?
1.Aerosol propellants
2.Fire retardants
3.Refrigerants
How many of the statements given above are correct?