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Rubidium carbonate, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Rubidium carbonate is used as a raw materials for preparation of rubidium metal and various rubidium salts, for the manufacturing of special glass, for the manufacturing of high energy density micro cells and crystal scintillation counters. It is also used as a part of a catalyst for preparing short-chain alcohols from feed gas.
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Rubidium carbonate is used as a raw materials for preparation of rubidium metal and various rubidium salts, for the manufacturing of special glass, for the manufacturing of high energy density micro cells and crystal scintillation counters. It is also used as a part of a catalyst for preparing short-chain alcohols from feed gas.
Solubility
Soluble in water4500 g/L @20°C.
Notes
Hygroscopic. Store under dry inert gas. Store away from bases, water/ moisture.
Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | 837°C |
Quantity | 100 g |
Linear Formula | Rb2CO3 |
Solubility Information | Soluble in water4500g/L @20°C. |
IUPAC Name | rubidium(1+);carbonate |
Formula Weight | 230.95 |
Percent Purity | 99% |
Odor | Odorless |
Sensitivity | Very Hygroscopic |
Chemical Name or Material | Rubidium carbonate |
Safety and Handling
- Rubidium carbonate
- Warning
- Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
- Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
- Specific target organ toxicity Category 3
- H315-Causes skin irritation.
- H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
- H335-May cause respiratory irritation.
- P261-Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/soap.
- P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Carbonic acid, dirubidium salt
RUO – Research Use Only
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