Uses of Barium and Strontium
Uses & Benefits
- It is sued in chemical paint manufacturing and glass manufacturing.
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Compounds of this metal are toxic; but still the barium sulfate is insoluble and given to patients suffering from digestive disorder.
- Strontium metal is used to producing ferrite magnets as well as refining zinc.
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By-product of nuclear reactors called Strontium-90 is a radioactive isotope; it is absorbed by tissues and destroys bone marrow and cancer growth.
Industrial Uses
Ammunition Industry, Automobile Industry, Electrical Industry, Electronic Industry
Ammunition Industry, Chemical Industry
Toxicity
Low Toxic
Non Toxic
Present in Human Body
Yes
Yes