Uses of Hafnium and Ruthenium

Hafnium

Ruthenium

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Uses

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.

Ammunition Industry

Alloys, In Nuclear Reactors, Nuclear Research, Research Purposes

Toxic

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Ruthenium oxide is used to coat the anodes cells for chlorine production in chemical industry. It also works as catalysts for ammonia and acetic acid reaction.

Aerospace Industry, Automobile Industry, Chemical Industry, Electrical Industry, Electronic Industry

Medical Research

Alloys

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