Here's why:
* Avogadro's number is a fundamental constant that represents the number of particles (atoms, molecules, ions, etc.) in one mole of a substance. Its value is approximately 6.022 x 1023 particles per mole.
* Moles represent a unit of amount, like a "dozen" but for atoms or molecules.
Therefore, to convert from moles to atoms, you multiply by Avogadro's number:
Moles of Fluorine * Avogadro's Number = Atoms of Fluorine