Fluorine

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Fluorine is the 9th element of the periodic table, with symbol F and atomic number 9. Fluoride is not an essential element for humans but small amounts may be beneficial for bone strength [1].

References

  1. Nielsen, F. H. (2009). "Micronutrients in Parenteral Nutrition: Boron, Silicon, and Fluoride". Gastroenterology 137 (5): S55–S60.