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Rubidium carbonate, 99.8% (metals basis), Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Rubidium carbonate is used in glass-making by enhancing stability and durability as well as reducing its conductivity. It is also used as a part of a catalyst for preparing short-chain alcohols from feed gas. Rubidium carbonate glass has been extensively tested for use in anti-collision devices for motor vehicles.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | 837°C |
Color | White |
Physical Form | Powder |
Quantity | 10 g |
Linear Formula | Rb2CO3 |
Solubility Information | Soluble in water. |
Formula Weight | 230.95 |
Percent Purity | 99.8% |
Odor | Odorless |
Sensitivity | Very Hygroscopic |
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Safety and Handling
- Rubidium carbonate, 99.8% (metals basis)
- 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 : Rubidium carbonate
RUO – Research Use Only
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