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Product Overview
Europium is a grayish-iron metal with a melting point of 822°C, a boiling point of 1597°C, and a density of 5.2434 g/cm³. As a rare-earth element, europium has a relatively low density, soft characteristics, and is highly volatile. It is one of the more reactive rare-earth metals, easily oxidizing in air, losing its metallic shine, and reacting with various elements such as boron, carbon, and sulfur. Europium is widely used in the production of reactor control materials and neutron shielding materials.
Product Features
- Relatively low melting and boiling points, suitable for high-temperature applications
- Low density and softness, making it easy to process
- Rapid oxidation in air, indicating strong chemical reactivity
- Reacts with a variety of elements, offering broad chemical reactivity
- Used in manufacturing reactor control materials and neutron shielding materials
Applications
- Nuclear Industry:Used in the production of reactor control materials to enhance the stability and safety of nuclear reactors
- Neutron Shielding:Widely applied in the production of neutron shielding materials to protect nuclear equipment and personnel from radiation
- Chemical Synthesis:Used as a catalyst or intermediate in various chemical reactions
- Optoelectronics:Used in manufacturing special optical and luminescent materials
