Question

the model below represents a molecule of trichlorofluoromethane. trichlorofluoromethane was once used in refrigerators and fire extinguishers. it is no longer used because it harms the atmospheres ozone layer. complete the statement. trichlorofluoromethane is an elementary substance a compound

Explanation:

A compound is a substance formed when two or more elements are chemically bonded together. Trichlorofluoromethane (\(CCl_3F\)) contains carbon (\(C\)), chlorine (\(Cl\)), and fluorine (\(F\)) atoms chemically bonded. An elementary substance consists of only one type of atom. Since trichlorofluoromethane has multiple types of atoms bonded, it is a compound.

Answer:

a compound