NEETChemistryp Block Elements (Group 15, 16, 17 & 18)
What is the primary source of fluorine in nature?
Options
- ASea water
- BSoil
- CFluorides
- DSeaweeds
Correct answer
C. Fluorides
Step-by-step solution
The primary source of fluorine in nature is in the form of insoluble fluorides, such as fluorspar (CaF 2 ), cryolite (Na 3 AlF 6 ), and fluoroapatite (3Ca 3 (PO 4 ) 2 .CaF 2 ).