What is another word for hydrofluorocarbon?
Pronunciation: [hˈa͡ɪdɹəflˌʊ͡əɹəkˌɑːbən] (IPA) 
Hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) is a synthetic refrigerant that is widely used in air conditioning, refrigeration, and other cooling systems. It is a greenhouse gas and has been identified as a significant contributor to climate change. As a result, the use of HFCs is being phased out in many countries around the world. Alternative refrigerants such as hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), hydrocarbons (HCs), and natural refrigerants such as carbon dioxide and ammonia are being developed and tested to replace HFCs. These alternatives are safer and have a lower impact on the environment. The use of hydrocarbons as refrigerants, for example, has been found to be more energy-efficient, thus reducing emissions and providing cost savings.
