Uses of Tantalum and Lutetium
Uses & Benefits
- 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.
- Lutetium metal is used outside research. It has commercial uses like Industrial catalyst for cracking oil refineries of hydrocarbons .
Industrial Uses
Electrical Industry, Electronic Industry
NA
Toxicity
Low Toxic
Low Toxic
Present in Human Body
Yes
No