Uses of Polonium and Europium
Uses & Benefits
- 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.
- Europium metals main uses is in the printing of euro banknotes. These notes glow red under UV light.
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It is used in low energy light bulbs.
Industrial Uses
Aerospace Industry, Ammunition Industry
Chemical Industry
Toxicity
Highly Toxic
Non Toxic
Present in Human Body
No
Yes