Synonyms for

Fluorine

Verb / ˈflʊˌri:n / / ˈflɔ:ˌri:n / Another word for fluorine — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Fluorine is a chemical element with the symbol F and atomic number 9. It is the lightest halogen and exists as a highly toxic pale yellow diatomic gas at standard conditions.

Synonyms & similar words

f atomicnumber chlorine bromine iodine carbon nitrogen oxygen hydrogen helium neon argon krypton xenon radon astatine tennessine ununseptium ununoctium ununennium unbinilium unbiunium

Example sentences

  1. 1. Fluorine is a chemical element found in nature.
  2. 2. Fluorine is used in the production of many everyday items.
  3. 3. The dentist told me to use toothpaste with fluoride to protect my teeth.
  4. 4. I learned about fluorine in my science class.
  5. 5. The chemical symbol for fluorine is F.

Quotes

  • 1. "Fluorine is the most electronegative element and is a highly reactive, pale yellow, diatomic gas." - John Emsley
  • 2. "Fluorine is like a tiger. Once it gets loose, it's pretty hard to put back in its cage." - Bill Nye
  • 3. "Fluorine is a chemical element with a powerful bite." - Sam Kean

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