Flueric

/fluːˈɛrɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or containing fluorine; similar to fluorine in chemical properties or characteristics.

Etymology

From 'fluor-' (relating to fluorine, from Latin 'fluere' meaning to flow) combined with the suffix '-ic' (relating to). This is a technical term in chemistry.

Kelly Says

Fluorine is the most electronegative element on the periodic table—meaning it's the greediest element when it comes to stealing electrons—and flueric compounds are so reactive they can even dissolve glass!

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