Fluoridation to prevent tooth decay replaces ________ with fluoride in hydroxyapatite.
A)hydroxide
B)phosphate
C)phosphide
D)calcium
E)water

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Fluoridation to prevent tooth decay involves replacing the hydroxide ions in hydroxyapatite (the mineral form of calcium phosphate that makes up tooth enamel) with fluoride ions. This process creates a more decay-resistant material called fluorapatite.

Fluoridation to Prevent Tooth Decay Replaces ________ with Fluoride in Hydroxyapatite