Jan 27 2004
Background
Lanthanum oxide (La2O3), also known as Lanthana is usually supplied as an odourless white powder. It is slightly soluble in water and soluble in acids.
Key Properties
Property |
Value |
Density (g/cm3) |
6.51 |
Melting Point (°C) |
2310 |
Applications
Lanthanum oxide finds uses in:
- Optical glasses where it imparts improved alkali resistance
- La-Ce-Tb phosphors for fluorescent lamps
- Dielectric and conductive ceramics
- Barium titanate capacitors
- X-Ray intensifying screens
- Lanthanum metal production
Source: AZoM.com