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What are Freons? Discuss their uses and environmental effects

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Freons (CFC): The chloro uoro derivatives of methane and ethane are called freons.
Uses: (i) Freons are a used as refrigerants in refrigerators and air conditioners.
(ii) It is used as a propellant for aerosols and foams
(iii) It is used as propellant for foamss to spray out deodorants, shaving creams, and insecticides.
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