Erbium oxide

Agent Name
Erbium oxide
CAS Number
12061-16-4
Formula
Er2-O3
Major Category
Metals
Erbium oxide formula graphical representation
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." See "RARE EARTH METALS" and linked occupational diseases.
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Adverse Effects

Fibrogenic
Yes

Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent

Processes

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