fluoroform

/ˈflʊrəˌfɔrm/
noun
  1. A colorless, nonflammable gas (CHF₃) used as a refrigerant and in fire extinguishers; also known as trifluoromethane.
    • Chemists study fluoroform because it is a potent greenhouse gas.
    • The fire suppression system in the server room uses fluoroform to put out electrical fires safely.
    • Fluoroform is sometimes used as a replacement for older refrigerants that harm the ozone layer.
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