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  Halocarbons containing chlorine and bromine are among the most
  potent greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. They do not occur naturally but
  are produced industrially in large quantities. The best known members of
  this group of chemicals are the chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) [see
  definition], which are widely used as solvents, refrigerants, spray-can
  propellants and foaming agents. Also significant are the halons,
  bromine-based compounds used as fire-extinguishing agents.
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