Atomic Number of Fluorine (+ facts: Uses, Color and more...) 2022

Every atom has an atomic number, even Fluorine. But what is an "Atomic Number"?

The atomic number of a chemical element is the number of protons found in the nucleus of the atom of that element.

Ok so I'll take you through some interesting facts and data about Fluorine (That most people don't know).

Fluorine Overview

Atomic Number

9

Learn more about the atomic number.

Atomic Symbol

F (Fluorine)

Description

Greenish-yellow, pungent, corrosive gas. Extremely reactive. Does not occur uncombined in nature.

State at 20 °C

gas

Sources

Found in the minerals fluorite (CaF2) and cryolite(Na3AlF6). Electrolysis of hydrofluoric acid (HF) or potassium acid fluoride (KHF2) is the only practical method of commercial production.

Uses

Used in refrigerants and other fluorocarbons. Also in toothpaste as sodium fluoride (NaF) and stannous fluoride (SnF2); also in Teflon.

Discovery

Discovered By: Henri Moissan

Year: 1886

Location: France

Name Origin

Latin: fluere (flow).

Atomic Mass

18,9984032

Learn more about the atomic mass.

Want to learn more details and data? Check my Elements Comprehensive List.

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