Sodium fluoride facts for kids
Sodium fluoride is a special kind of chemical substance. It is made up of two different tiny parts: sodium and fluoride. You can think of it as a team of these two elements working together. Its short chemical name is NaF.
This substance tastes bitter. It can also be harmful if you swallow too much of it. Sodium fluoride is often found as a white, crystal-like solid.
What is Sodium Fluoride Used For?
Sodium fluoride is very important for keeping your teeth healthy! It is a key ingredient in many toothpastes. When you brush your teeth with toothpaste containing sodium fluoride, it helps to make your tooth enamel stronger. This makes your teeth more resistant to decay and cavities.
How is Sodium Fluoride Made?
Scientists make sodium fluoride by mixing two other chemicals. They combine hydrofluoric acid with sodium hydroxide. When these two substances react, they create sodium fluoride.
Related Substances
- Sodium chloride (This is the salt you use for cooking!)
- Sodium bromide
- Sodium iodide
See also
In Spanish: Fluoruro sódico para niños
