Uses of Hafnium and Barium

Hafnium

Barium

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1 Uses

1.1 Uses & Benefits

It has an ability to absorb neutrons and hence it is used to make control rods in nuclear submarines. And this metal is also used in Plasma welding torches.
It alloys with iron, titanium and niobium are very useful.

It is sued in chemical paint manufacturing and glass manufacturing.
Compounds of this metal are toxic; but still the barium sulfate is insoluble and given to patients suffering from digestive disorder.

1.1.1 Industrial Uses

Ammunition Industry

Ammunition Industry, Automobile Industry, Electrical Industry, Electronic Industry

1.1.2 Medical Uses

1.1.3 Other Uses

Alloys, In Nuclear Reactors, Nuclear Research, Research Purposes

Alloys

1.2 Biological Properties

1.2.1 Toxicity

Toxic

Low Toxic

1.2.2 Present in Human Body