A compound containing fluorine and phosphate groups, used in dental care and industrial processes.
From fluor- + phosphate. Fluorophosphates were developed in the mid-20th century for toothpaste formulations to prevent tooth decay.
The magic of fluorophosphates in toothpaste is that they combine fluorine's cavity-fighting power with phosphate's ability to strengthen enamel, making them more effective than either alone.
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