fluorhydroxyapatite (flôr´hīdrok´sēap´
tīt),
tīt),n a member of the family of minerals that make up the basic structure of bones and teeth. It is formed when small amounts of fluoride and teeth mineral react. When higher concentrations of fluoride are involved, the result is the formation of calcium fluoride.
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