Refrigerant (Noun)
Meaning
Any substance used to provide cooling (as in a refrigerator).
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The new air conditioner uses a more environmentally friendly refrigerant that reduces greenhouse gas emissions.
- Chlorofluorocarbons were once widely used as a refrigerant in household appliances but have largely been phased out due to their impact on the ozone layer.
- The technician carefully handled the refrigerant when repairing the leak in the old freezer.
- Ammonia is a common refrigerant used in large industrial cooling systems due to its high efficiency and low cost.
- The company developed a new refrigerant that is non-toxic and non-flammable, making it safer for use in residential air conditioning units.