Fluoride
['flʊəraɪd;flɔː-] or ['flɔraɪd]
Definition
(n.) A binary compound of fluorine with another element or radical.
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Examples
- While the arcs with plain carbons are bluish-white, those with carbons containing calcium fluoride have a notable golden glow. Frank Lewis Dyer. Edison, His Life and Inventions.
- Acid sulphuric, a sufficient quantity to decompose the ammonia fluoride and making the mixture of a semi-fluid consistency. William K. David. Secrets of Wise Men, Chemists and Great Physicians.
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