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CFC's (chlorofluorocarbons) are refrigerants ("Freons"). It was discovered some years ago that their eventual leakage into the atmosphere was causing a destruction of a natural layer of ozone in the earths upper atmosphere, which acts as an important barrier to excessive UV radiation.
CFC's were banned about 20-25 years ago, and replaced with other, non-harmful fluorocarbons.
It has had an effect - a recent report in Time magazine stated that the "hole" in the ozone layer is almost repaired due to the elimination of CFC's.
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What is difference between flammable gas and toxic gas?
Flammable gas refers to gases that can ignite and burn when exposed to a flame or spark. Toxic gas, on the other hand, refers to gases that can be harmful or even lethal if inhaled or absorbed into the body. Essentially, flammable gases pose a fire hazard, while toxic gases pose a health hazard.
What toxic gas will explode if add air?
Carbon monoxide is both toxic and flammable.
What are the names of the danger symbols?
Toxic, irritant and Highly flammable.
Is methyl mercaptan a toxic gas that is flammable?
Yes, methyl mercaptan is a toxic gas that is flammable. It is a colorless gas with a strong odor reminiscent of rotten cabbage. It is considered highly toxic if inhaled and can also catch fire if exposed to a flame or spark.
What are the Seven main groups of hazardous substances defined by classifications packaging and labelling of dangerous substances regulations?
the seven main groups are: Harmful, Irritant, corrosive, Extremely flammable/Flammable, Explosive, Oxidising and Very toxic/Toxic.
Is magnesium flammable or toxic?
Magnesium is flammable but it is not toxic.
Are CFCs highly toxic?
Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) are non-toxic.
Is ac coolant toxic or flammable?
Toxic, yes and bad for the environment. Flammable, no.
What is difference between flammable gas and toxic gas?
Flammable gas refers to gases that can ignite and burn when exposed to a flame or spark. Toxic gas, on the other hand, refers to gases that can be harmful or even lethal if inhaled or absorbed into the body. Essentially, flammable gases pose a fire hazard, while toxic gases pose a health hazard.
What is the Safety Symbol for bleach?
flammable or toxic
What safety symbol on bleach?
flammable or toxic
What toxic gas will explode if add air?
Carbon monoxide is both toxic and flammable.
What is phosphine?
Phosphine is a toxic and highly flammable gas.
Is PVC flammable?
Yes, PVC (polyvinyl chloride) is flammable. It can ignite easily and release toxic fumes when burned.
Is methane safe?
No. Methane is toxic to inhale and very flammable.
What are the names of the danger symbols?
Toxic, irritant and Highly flammable.
Is methyl mercaptan a toxic gas that is flammable?
Yes, methyl mercaptan is a toxic gas that is flammable. It is a colorless gas with a strong odor reminiscent of rotten cabbage. It is considered highly toxic if inhaled and can also catch fire if exposed to a flame or spark.
