Lutetium Hydride Description
Lutetium Hydride is a chemical compound composed of lutetium (Lu) and hydrogen (H). It is a type of rare earth metal hydride, where x represents the varying hydrogen content. Lutetium, being the heaviest lanthanide, forms stable hydrides with hydrogen, leading to different stoichiometries like LuH₂ and LuH₃.
Lutetium Hydride Specifications
Purity
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99%
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CAS Number
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13598-44-2
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Appearance
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Black Solid
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Particle Size
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-20 mesh to -400 mesh
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Molecular Weight
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177.991
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Lutetium Hydride Applications
- Hydrogen Storage: Like other metal hydrides, LuHₓ can store and release hydrogen under controlled conditions.
- Optical and Electronic Materials: Potential uses in coatings, semiconductors, and optoelectronic devices.
- Superconductivity Research: Recent studies suggest that lutetium hydride under high pressure may exhibit room-temperature superconductivity, though this claim is still under debate.
Lutetium Hydride Packing
Our Lutetium Hydride is carefully handled during storage and transportation to preserve the quality of our product in its original condition.
FAQs
Q1. What is Lutetium Hydride?
Lutetium Hydride (LuHₓ) is a chemical compound composed of lutetium (Lu) and hydrogen (H). It is a type of rare earth metal hydride, where x represents the varying hydrogen content. Lutetium, being the heaviest lanthanide, forms stable hydrides with hydrogen, leading to different stoichiometries like LuH₂ and LuH₃.
Q2. Is Lutetium Hydride a superconductor?
Recent studies have suggested that LuHₓ may exhibit superconductivity at room temperature under high pressure. However, these claims are still being verified by the scientific community.
Q3. Is Lutetium Hydride naturally occurring?
No, LuHₓ is a synthesized compound. It is created by reacting lutetium metal with hydrogen gas under controlled conditions.