Releasing refrigerant r-12 into the atmosphere is a criminal offense

Answer

TRUE

Explanation

True, realizing refrigerant R-12 into the atmosphere is a criminal offense in countries that signed the Montreal protocol. This is because R-12 was prohibited in 1996 because it affects the O-zone layer in the atmosphere. However, the statement is False for the professionals who are licensed to handle the recycling of refrigerant. The law has granted these individuals the mandate to handle and dispose R-12.