Lutetium(III) Nitrate Description
Lutetium(III)-nitrate is a principal compound of Lutetium. All Lutetium compounds contain the element in the +3 oxidation state. Aqueous solutions of most Lutetium salts are colourless and yield white crystalline solids upon drying, except in the case of the iodide. Lutetium salts such as nitrate, sulphate and acetate are water-soluble, whereas oxide, hydroxide, fluoride, carbonate, phosphate and oxalate are insoluble. In addition, nitrate compounds act as oxidising agents.
Nitrate compounds may form a flammable mixture when combined with hydrocarbons. Lutetium appears silver-white and is the final element in the sequence of rare earth elements. In contrast to most rare earths, Lutetium exhibits no magnetic moment and is the least naturally abundant element in its group. The mineral Monazit is the primary source for commercially produced Lutetium.
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Lutetium(III) Nitrate Applications
- It is utilised in the production of laser crystals.
- It finds specialised use in ceramics, glass, phosphors and lasers.
- It is applied in catalysts for oil cracking in refineries.
- It is used in alkylation, hydrogenation and polymerisation applications.
Lutetium(III) Nitrate Specification
Item No.
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Description
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Purity (REO/TREO)
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NO71-3N
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Lutetium(III)-nitrate
TREO: > 40%
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99.9%
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NO71-4N
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Lutetium(III)-nitrate
TREO: > 40%
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99.99%
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Lutetium(III) Nitrate Packaging
Our Lutetium(III)-nitrate hydrate is handled with care to minimise damage during storage and transport, thereby preserving the quality of the product in its original state.
