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Some refrigerants used in air conditioners have been associated with?
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destruction of the ozone layer
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What is the relationship of global warming to refrigerants?
Concurrent with the concern over ozone depletion is concern over global warming, which has generally been attributed to carbon dioxide emissions but also to emissions of certain refrigerants and methane.
What is a cfc found in the troposphere?
Chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) is an organic compound that contains carbon, chlorine, and fluorine, produced as a volatile derivative of methane and ethane. They were commonly used as refrigerants, and for propellants for aerosol sprays, though they have been mostly phased out due to the fact that they cause ozone depletion.
What are some green houes gases?
Carbon dioxide and methane are naturally occurring greenhouse gases, but are also man made. CFCs previously used as propellants for aerosol and as refrigerants were really damaging greenhouse gases. These have since been replaced.
How do you use associated to in a sentence?
He has been arrested several times and he has been associated with gang activities for years.
Is it common for portable air conditioners to leak?
Althou I have never owned one my air conditioners have always been wall or window mounts. I have had experiences with portable ones, and they never leaked unless the plug in the back isn't working correctly
What is another name for mythical cave elves?
Elves have been known by many names throughout history. Usually, they are associated with the forest or other open spaces, however some mythical creatures are associated with caves and grottos. Some of the names given to them have been kobold, goblin, orc, or hobgoblin.
Do electrical appliances affect the ozone?
Any vehicle or other applicance that requires that fossil (or other hydrogen-containing) fuel be combusted, sending high temperature water vapor into the atmosphere. Note that much electricity is produced by combusting such fuels. Refrigerators, home / office cooling units that use CFC refrigerants will harm the ozone layer as they slowly bleed their charge to the environment. Spray cans for pharmaceuticals, cosmetics that still use CFCs as propellants will harm the ozone layer as they are directly vented to the environment.
What costs have been associated with the decision for China to use hydro-power as one means of alternative energy?
Some costs that have been associated with this decision are that people have had to be evacuated from their homes and relocated, entire towns have had to be flooded, and many temples and places that indicate cultural history have been destroyed.
Who has been associated with the vatican?
The Pope.
What food has been associated with salmonella typhi?
what are foods sources associated with it and possible contaminants
How ozone layer can be damaged?
the amount of ozone in the atmosphere began to drop sharply in the 1980s . this decrease has been linked to synthetic chemicals like chlorofluorocarbons which are used in refrigerants and in fire extinguisher's .
What are some problems associated with the 2010 BMW Series 3?
Some of the problems with the 2010 bmw series 3 are engine knocks, exhaust system, steering noises, and transmission leaks. Most of the problems associated with this model have been fixed through a series of recalls.
