Fluoride exists as a monoatomic anoin with one electron added to its outer shell(crude answer). Fluorine exists as an elemental diatomic gas, not as an ion. read more
Fluoride exists as a monoatomic anoin with one electron added to its outer shell(crude answer). Fluorine exists as an elemental diatomic gas, not as an ion. Since one has room for an electron Fluorine will bond readily whereas Fluoride will only react if you dissociate it first (since it exists as a solid mineral mostly). read more
Fluorine is the most reactive/electronegative element in the universe. By saying Fluoride, you have no idea of knowing how many Fluorines are in the molecule. Fluoride usually does not refer to Sodium Fluoride. Usually, the fluoride in toothpaste came from a smokestack and is contaminated with Arsenic and other nasty chemicals. read more