Freon and Halon

Freon

Freon noun - Any one or more chlorofluorocarbons (or related compounds) that are used as an aerosol propellant, organic solvent, or refrigerant.
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Halon and freon are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Halon" instead a noun "Freon".

Halon

Halon noun - A compound in which the hydrogen atoms of a hydrocarbon have been replaced by bromine and other halogen atoms; very stable; used in fire extinguishers although it is thought to release bromine that depletes the ozone layer.
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Freon and halon are semantically related. You can use "Freon" instead a noun "Halon".
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