| Identification | |
| Name: | Dysprosium oxide(Dy2O3) |
| Synonyms: | Didysprosiumtrioxide;Dysprosia (Dy2O3);Dysprosium oxide(DyO1.5);Dysprosium sesquioxide;Dysprosium trioxide;Dysprosium(3+) oxide;Dysprosium(III) oxide; |
| CAS: | 1308-87-8 |
| EINECS: | 215-164-0 |
| Molecular Formula: | Dy2O3 |
| Molecular Weight: | 373 |
| InChI: | InChI=1/2Dy.3O/q2*+3;3*-2 |
| Molecular Structure: |  |
| Properties | |
| Density: | 7.81 |
| Stability: | Stable at normal temperatures in tightly closed containers under an inert atmosphere. Substance may undergo color change upon exposure to light and air. Unstable in air |
| Water Solubility: | insoluble |
| Solubility: | Insoluble in water, moderately soluble in strong mineral acids |
| Appearance: | off white Powder |
| Storage Temperature: | Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Store protected from moisture. Store protected from light and air. Store under an inert atmosphere. |
| Sensitive: | Hygroscopic |
| Usage: | Uses in ceramics, glass, phosphors, lasers and dysprosium metal halide lamps. |
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