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CAS 7440-53-1

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Europium

Description:
Europium is a chemical element with the symbol Eu and atomic number 63, classified as a lanthanide in the periodic table. It is a silvery-white metal that is relatively soft and can be easily cut with a knife. Europium is known for its unique luminescent properties, particularly its ability to emit red light when exposed to ultraviolet radiation, making it valuable in the production of phosphors for color television screens and LED lights. It has a high melting point and is stable in air at room temperature, although it can oxidize when exposed to moisture. Europium is also notable for its low abundance in the Earth's crust and is primarily obtained from minerals such as monazite and bastnäsite. In terms of reactivity, europium reacts with water and acids, forming europium hydroxide and salts. Its isotopes, particularly europium-153 and europium-155, are used in various applications, including nuclear reactors and medical imaging. Overall, europium's unique properties make it an important element in both industrial and technological applications.
Formula:Eu
InChI:InChI=1/Eu
InChI key:InChIKey=OGPBJKLSAFTDLK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:[Eu]
Synonyms:
  • Europio
  • Europium
  • Europium
  • MeSH ID: D005063
  • Europium ingot
  • EuropiumingotNREOpackedinmineraloil
  • EUROPIUM, AAS STANDARD SOLUTION
  • EUROPIUM, DISTILLED, 99.9%
  • EUROPIUM PLASMA EMISSION STANDARD
  • EUROPIUM STANDARD
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