Uses of Cerium and Bismuth

Cerium

Bismuth

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Uses

Its compound Cerium (Ill) Oxide is used as a catalyst; it is put inside the walls of the oven as it prevents from the buildup of cooking residues.

Chemical Industry

Medical Research

Alloys

Moderately Toxic

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0.00 Blood/mg dm-3

2.70 p.p.m.

Tin and bismuth alloys have a very low melting point and hence it is used in fire detector and the fire extinguishers. It also used in electric solders and fuses.

Automobile Industry, Chemical Industry, Electrical Industry, Electronic Industry

Pharmaceutical Industry

Alloys

Low Toxic

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0.02 Blood/mg dm-3

0.20 p.p.m.

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