Uses of Calcium and Yttrium
Uses & Benefits
- It is used as a reducing agent while preparing metals like thorium and uranium. It is also used as an alloying agent for metals such as aluminum, copper & lead.
- Calcium carbonate or lime stone is used in cement.
- Yttrium metal is used in different alloys, as it increases the strength of aluminum Magnesium alloy. It is used for radar microwave filter.
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It is also used as a catalyst in ethene polymerisation.
Industrial Uses
Chemical Industry
Electrical Industry, Electronic Industry
Medical Uses
Dentistry, Pharmaceutical Industry
NA
Toxicity
Non Toxic
Highly Toxic
Present in Human Body
Yes
Yes