Physical Properties of Fluorinated Compounds

Abstract

Fluorinated compounds often have distinctive properties. In this chapter, the physical properties of fluorinated compounds are discussed. First, the characteristics of the fluorine atom itself are explained, followed by the characteristics of the CF bond and its associated stereoelectronic effects. This allows understanding of the electronic and steric effects of fluorine and fluorinated groups, which is discussed in the following sections, as well as the influence of fluorination on macroscopic properties, discussed in the final section.