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State the various uses of : Tetrachloromethane (Carbon tetrachloride) |
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Answer» Solution :Tetrachloromethane : It is USED as feedstock in the synthesis of chlorofluorocarbons and other chemicals, pharmaceutical MANUFACTURING and general solvent use. It is produced in a large QUANTITIES for use in the manufacture of refrigerants and PROPELLANTS for aerosol cans. Until the MID 1960s, it was widely used as a cleaning fluid, both in industry, as a degreasing agent, and in the home, as a spot remover and as a fire extinguisher. |
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