Sodium Fluoride

Definition

Sodium fluoride is a chemical compound with the formula NaF. It is an inorganic salt that consists of sodium cations (Na+) and fluoride anions (F-).

Related terms

Ionic Compound: An ionic compound is a chemical compound composed of ions held together by electrostatic forces known as ionic bonds.

Cation:

A cation is a positively charged ion formed when an atom loses one or more electrons.

Anion:

An anion is a negatively charged ion formed when an atom gains one or more electrons.