Question

Give the uses of Freon-12, DDT, Carbon tetra-chloride and Iodoform.​

Answer 1

Answer :-

Uses of Freon - 12 (CCl2F2) :

1. It is used as refrigerant in refrigerators and air conditioners.
2. It is used as a propellant for aerosols and to spray out deodorants, hair sprays, shaving foams etc.

Uses of DDT :

1. It is used as a powerful insecticide.
2. It is widely used for sugarcane and fodder crop and to kill mosquitoes and other insects.

Uses of Carbon tetrachloride :

1. It is used as a fire extinguishing agent.
2. It is used in the manufacturing of freon.
3. It is used as a solvent for fats, oils and waxes etc.

Uses of Iodoform :

1. It is used as an antiseptic.