Concept information
Preferred term
Fluorine
Type
-
Topical Descriptor
Broader concept
Entry terms
- Fluorine 19
- Fluorine-19
Note
- if discussed as a trace element, coordinate with TRACE ELEMENTS
Scope note
- A nonmetallic, diatomic gas that is a trace element and member of the halogen family. It is used in dentistry as fluoride (FLUORIDES) to prevent dental caries.
URI
http://www.yso.fi/onto/mesh/D005461
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