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Agent Name Erbium oxide
CAS Number 12061-16-4
Formula Er2-O3
Major Category Metals
Synonyms Erbia; Erbium sesquioxide; Erbium trioxide; Erbium(3+) oxide; Erbium(III) oxide; [ChemIDplus]
Category Rare Earth Metals
Description Water insoluble, pink powder; [Hawley]
Sources/Uses Used to activate phosphors and to make infra-red absorbing glass; [Hawley]
Comments See "Erbium."
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