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HFC

HFC

1 6.9
A gas used in refrigerators and air conditioners that makes the climate warmer
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • The future of HFC-based energy will require a well-educated general public in order to properly and safely utilize the technology.
  • HFC (hydrofluorocarbon)
  • HFC refrigerants
  • HFC technology

CFCS have been widely replaced with hydrofluorocarbons, HFCS for short.

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Examples

  • However, HFCs have a much higher global-warming potential and higher costs than natural refrigerants.

    Academic text (1998)

  • HFC technology can, in fact, be used to power anything a battery might.

    Academic text (2010)

  • For this to happen, more public knowledge and skills in the area of HFC technology are needed.

    Academic text (2010)

  • By engaging our youth in the study of the HFC, we help ensure its full potential as an alternative energy technology.

    Academic text (2010)

  • Therefore, it is in the best interest of all that we educate our youth about HFC technology and its potential as an energy source.

    Academic text (2010)

  • HFC technology may contribute to a transformation of our personal and working lives.

    Academic text (2010)

  • The aim of this article is to provide an overview of HFC technology, and with it, a description of its simplicity in design and functionality.

    Academic text (2010)

  • The impact of the regulation on the price of HFCs has been significant, even harsh.

    Blog text (7)

  • The replacement, known as R-410A, is an HFC (hydrofluorocarbon) rather than an HCFC.

    Academic text (2007)

  • California passed a law to limit HFCs last year.

Synonyms

fluorocarbon
vsHFC
  • Specialized
3 8.1

A chemical that has hydrogen atoms replaced by fluorine and is used in refrigerators and spray cans

applies only to compounds that still contain hydrogen
hydrofluorocarbon
vsHFC
  • Specialized
7.5

A chemical used in refrigerators and air conditioners that traps heat in the air when released

is the abbreviation used for the same chemical term

How Ozone-Damaging

CFC
  • Specialized
10 4.2
HCFC
  • Specialized
6.8
HFC
  • Specialized
1 6.9

Surface Forms

HFC singular
HFCs plural

Morphology

HFC = H + F + C

As an initialism, the letters do not convey the meaning unless the learner already knows the expansion 'hydrofluorocarbon', so the form is not transparent to typical learners.

Etymology

HFC stands for hydrofluorocarbon, made from the parts hydro, fluor, and carbon, which mean 'hydrogen', 'fluorine', and 'carbon'. So the name is like a simple list of the elements in the chemical, which helps you remember that HFC refers to refrigerant chemicals used in cooling that can warm the planet if they are released.