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Europium Nitride (EuN) is a high-performance inorganic compound known for its exceptional magnetic and electronic properties, excellent thermal stability, and superior hardness. This compound is primarily used in specialized applications such as electronics, magnetic materials, and advanced ceramics, where it serves in critical components exposed to demanding environments. Its unique chemical composition and properties make it suitable for applications requiring reliability and high performance.
Product Overview
Europium Nitride (EuN) is a black powder compound with a high density. It tends to undergo hydrolysis in high-humidity environments, generating europium hydroxide and ammonia gas. EuN is mainly used in the production of control rod materials for nuclear reactors and is also widely used in the manufacture of phosphors. Due to its tendency to oxidize in air, it is crucial to store and use europium nitride in dry conditions.
Key Features
- Ease of Oxidation: Europium nitride is prone to oxidation in air, requiring storage in dry environments.
- Hydrolysis: When exposed to moisture, europium nitride undergoes hydrolysis, forming europium hydroxide and ammonia gas.
- High Density: Its high density makes it suitable for specialized applications.
Applications
- Aerospace and Military: Used as a control rod material in fast breeder reactors.
- Phosphor Raw Material: A key material for producing phosphors, playing an essential role in display technology and light source manufacturing.
| Property | Content |
| Molecular Formula | EuN |
| CAS | 12020-58-5 |
| Density | 8.700 g/cm³ |
| Appearance | Black Powder |
| Molar Mass | 165.971 g·mol⁻¹ |
| LogP | 0.01508 |
| Solubility | Reacts with water |
