Did You Know?
This gas is used in many cars!
What is it?
It is a gas that cools things.
Why is it good?
It does not hurt the air we breathe.
What 1,1,1,2-tetrafluoroethane Does
It cools food in fridges.
It helps cars stay cool.
It is safe for the air.
It is light blue in color.
It is used in many cars.
New gases are being used now.
More About 1,1,1,2-tetrafluoroethane
This gas was made to help cool things. It is better for the air than some old gases. It helps keep food fresh and cars cool. People like it because it is safe.
We see this gas in fridges and cars. It helps us on hot days. It is good for the Earth, too. Many people use it every day.
Now, new gases are being made. These gases are even better for the air. They help fight global warming. This is good for our planet!
How Topics Connect
graph TD
A["1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane"] --> B["Also known as norflurane"]
A --> C["Chemical formula: CF3CH2F"]
A --> D["Boiling point: −26.3 °C"]
A --> E["Ozone depletion potential: Insignificant"]
A --> F["GWP: 1,430"]
A --> G["Phaseout began in 2012"]
G --> H["Transition to HFO-1234yf"]
What Do These Words Mean?
hydrofluorocarbon:A type of chemical used in coolants that doesn't harm the ozone layer.
thermodynamic properties:Characteristics that describe how a substance behaves with heat and energy.
ozone depletion potential:The ability of a substance to damage the ozone layer.
global warming potential:A measure of how much a substance can contribute to global warming compared to carbon dioxide.
phaseout:The gradual stopping of using something.
