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Which of the following compounds is an example of Freon?

Options

AC 2 H 2   F 2
BC 2   F 4
CC 2 HF 3
DC 2 Cl 2   F 2

Correct answer

D. C 2 Cl 2   F 2

Step-by-step solution

C 2 Cl 2  F 2 is an example of freon. It can act as an aerosol propellant, refrigerant, or organic solvent because it is a gas at room temperature and a liquid when cooled or compressed. Freon is a term that was commonly used to refer to a group of chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) and hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC) compounds.

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