fluorocarbon
noun/ˈflʊərəʊkɑːbən/
/ˈflʊrəʊkɑːrbən/
(chemistry)- a compound of fluorine and carbon. Fluorocarbons are used in things such as cleaning products and fridges, and are harmful to the environment. see also chlorofluorocarbon, hydrofluorocarbon
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