Uses of Lutetium and Tantalum
Uses & Benefits
- Lutetium metal is used outside research. It has commercial uses like Industrial catalyst for cracking oil refineries of hydrocarbons .
- Tantalum metal is mainly used in the manufacturing of electron components. Its Oxide layer acts as an insulator.
- Tantalum metal is also used in surgical transplant like replacement of bone, skull plates and as a woven gauze.
Industrial Uses
NA
Electrical Industry, Electronic Industry
Toxicity
Low Toxic
Low Toxic
Present in Human Body
No
Yes