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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.
