Freon used as refrigerant is chemically
A
Chlorinated hydrocarbon
B
Fluorinated hydrocarbon
C
Chlorofluoro hydrocarbon
D
Fluorinated aromatic compound
Correct Answer: Chlorofluoro hydrocarbon
Freon is a trade name for a class of chemicals known as Chlorofluorocarbons or CFC's and are used as a refrigerant in air conditioning systems for homes and automobiles.