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CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons) are not natural gases. They are completely made by man. Because they contain chlorine and bromine they began to destroy the ozone layer before they were banned. HCFCs were then used as a temporary measure as they were not so dangerous, but they are now being phased out in favour of HFCs, which do no damage to ozone.

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