Q136 / 200 · MHT CET - Medical 2026 (24 April Shift 2) · Chemistry

Identify the chemical name of the commonly used refrigerant Freon 12

  • A
    Chlorofluoro methane
  • Correct answer
    B
    Dichlorodifluoro methane
  • C
    Chlorodifluoro methane
  • D
    Dichlorofluoro methane

Solution

Freon 12 is a chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) widely used as a refrigerant.

The chemical formula of Freon 12 is $CCl_2F_2$.

Its IUPAC name is dichlorodifluoromethane.

Answer: Dichlorodifluoro methane

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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