What is the Electronic Configuration of Fluorine

Q. What is the electronic configuration of fluorine?

Ans:- The given element – Fluorine

Symbol – “F”

Atomic number of fluorine – 9

Electronic configuration of fluorine – 1s22s22p5 or 2,7

Important features of fluorine:

• Fluorine  (F), or Group 17 (Group VIIa)  in the periodic table.

• It is most reactive and electronegative element in the periodic table. 

• Fluorine is a pungent-smelling pale yellow diatomic gas that is very caustic and combustible. It is the halogen that emits the least amount of light. 

• It produces oxygen and the extremely corrosive hydrofluoric acid when it combines with water under high pressure.

• Fluorine is employed in the production of polymers such as Teflon and is also beneficial to tooth health. 

• Fluoride is found in toothpaste, mouthwash, and is occasionally added to water to strengthen teeth (a procedure known as fluoridation).

• Fluorine is made by electrolyzing a potassium hydrogen difluoride solution in anhydrous hydrofluoric acid.

• While low levels of fluoride serve to develop and protect tooth enamel, too much fluoride can lead to dental fluorosis, which is a discoloration of the teeth characterized by opaque white spots, lines, or mottled enamel, as well as poor mineralization.

• Tooth and bone weakening can be caused by a lack of fluoride. The majority of fluoride in the body is found in bones and teeth. Fluoride is required for bone and tooth formation and health.