Uses of Europium and Yttrium
Uses & Benefits
- Europium metals main uses is in the printing of euro banknotes. These notes glow red under UV light.
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It is used in low energy light bulbs.
- 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
Toxicity
Non Toxic
Highly Toxic
Present in Human Body
Yes
Yes