Halocarbons (Q661)
Subject, term, tag: Halocarbons
| Language | Label | Description | Also known as |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | Halocarbons |
Subject, term, tag: Halocarbons |
Statements
IPCC Glossary v1.5
1 reference
27 May 2026
A collective term for the group of partially halogenated organic species, which includes the chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), halons, methyl chloride and methyl bromide. Many of the halocarbons have large global warming potentials. The chlorine and bromine-containing halocarbons are also involved in the depletion of the ozone layer. (English)
IPCC Glossary v1.5
1 reference
27 May 2026