Fluorine
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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. As the most electronegative element, it is extremely reactive, as it reacts with almost all other elements, except for helium and neon.
Characteristics[edit | edit source]
Fluorine has a rich chemistry, encompassing organic and inorganic domains. It combines with metals, nonmetals, metalloids, and most noble gases, and almost exclusively forms compounds in which it has an oxidation state of −1.
Applications[edit | edit source]
Fluorine has a variety of uses such as in rocket fuel and uranium processing. It is also a component in producing isotopically fractionated uranium (from UF6).
Health Effects[edit | edit source]
Exposure to fluorine can result in significant health hazards. It can cause burns, lung damage, and eye damage, among other health issues.
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