Uses of Strontium and Europium
Uses & Benefits
- Strontium metal is used to producing ferrite magnets as well as refining zinc.
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By-product of nuclear reactors called Strontium-90 is a radioactive isotope; it is absorbed by tissues and destroys bone marrow and cancer growth.
- 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
Ammunition Industry, Chemical Industry
Chemical Industry
Toxicity
Non Toxic
Non Toxic
Present in Human Body
Yes
Yes