51. Tetrachloromethane is :
(1) Non-volatile organic compound (2) Highly reactive
(3) Not a green house gas
(4) Volatile organic compound
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Explanation:
Tetrachloromethane is an effective solvent within the chemical industry and is used to clean machinery and electrical equipment.
Name PRTR:Tetrachloromethane (TCM)
CAS no:56-23-5
Chemical formula:CCl4
Tetrachloromethane is also called carbon tetrachloride. It belongs to the group volatile organic compounds (VOC) and is a colourless, volatile liquid with a sweet odour. It is non-combustible.
Uses
Tetrachloromethane is an effective solvent within the chemical industry and is used to clean machinery and electrical equipment. It can also be used in the production of chemical products. In Sweden it is prohibited to market tetrachloromethane to the general public in concentrations exceeding 0.1 mass percent and to use the substance in ways resulting in exposure.
Sources and transportation pathways
Tetrachloromethane can be emitted to the environment by industrial use and its waste streams. The chemical industry is the largest emission source among the large point sources in Europe. The substance evaporates quickly to air where it degrades slowly.