Uses of Polonium and Barium

Polonium

Barium

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Uses

Polonium metal has different Allotropes, it is used in antistatic devices and for research purpose.

A 1 gram of Polonium can reach a temperature of 500°C, hence it is used as a heat source for space equipment.

Aerospace Industry, Ammunition Industry

Alloys

Highly Toxic

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0.00 Blood/mg dm-3

0.00 p.p.m.

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.

Ammunition Industry, Automobile Industry, Electrical Industry, Electronic Industry

Alloys

Low Toxic

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0.07 Blood/mg dm-3

70.00 p.p.m.

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