Uses of Mendelevium and Cerium
Uses & Benefits
- Currently known uses of Mendelevium metal are limited to research purpose only.
- It is used to include flints for cigarette lighters.
- 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.
Industrial Uses
NA
Chemical Industry
Medical Uses
NA
Medical Research
Toxicity
Unknown
Moderately Toxic
Present in Human Body
No
Yes