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Perfluorocarbons, often abbreviated as PFCs, are a group of synthetic chemicals characterized by the complete replacement of hydrogen atoms in a hydrocarbon chain with fluorine atoms. This extensive fluorination gives PFCs unique properties, including extreme chemical inertness, thermal stability, low surface tension, and non-flammability. Due to these attributes, PFCs have found applications in various industrial and consumer products.
Historically, PFCs were employed as refrigerants, solvents, and in fire-fighting foams. Their ability to withstand high
The environmental persistence of PFCs is a significant issue. The carbon-fluorine bond is exceptionally strong, meaning