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[[Image:Toothpaste.jpg|thumb|150px|left|Toothpaste]] | [[Image:Toothpaste.jpg|thumb|150px|left|Toothpaste]] | ||
Because of the special properties of Fluorine, it can be used in many places. | Because of the special properties of Fluorine, it can be used in many places. Fluorine is especially used to fight tooth decay. Fluoride covers teeth with thin layers, so it protects from the tooth decay. In addition, many nations add it into city water for disinfection. Fluorine is also used in the manufacture of Freon, which is used in the refrigerator. Unfortunately, freon fills the air with pollutants, and eats at the Ozone layer. | ||
== Isotopes == | == Isotopes == |
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