Uses of Terbium and Cerium
Uses & Benefits
- Terbium salts are used in optical devices like laser devices.
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Terbium’s alloy lengthens and shortens the magnetic field and this effect forms loudspeaker.
- 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
Electronic Industry
Chemical Industry
Medical Uses
NA
Medical Research
Toxicity
Low Toxic
Moderately Toxic
Present in Human Body
No
Yes