Rubidium oxide

Agent Name
Rubidium oxide
CAS Number
18088-11-4
Formula
O-Rb2
Major Category
Metals
Rubidium oxide formula graphical representation
Synonyms
Dirubidium oxide; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Metals, Inorganic Compounds
Description
Yellow chunks; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Comments
Reacts exothermically with water; Causes burns; Inhalation may cause corrosive injuries to upper respiratory tract and lungs; [Alfa Aesar MSDS] See "Rubidium." See "Potassium oxide."
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Adverse Effects

Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns

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