Agent Name | Lutetium |
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CAS Number | 7439-94-3 |
Formula | Lu |
Major Category | Metals |
Category | Rare Earth Metals |
Description | Silvery white metal; [Merck Index] Soft and ductile metal; [Hawley] |
Sources/Uses | Source: Rare earth minerals; [Merck Index] Uses: Nuclear industry; [Hawley] |
Comments | See "RARE EARTH METALS" and linked occupational diseases. |
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Explanatory Notes | mp = 1663 deg C; [Merck Index] |
Adverse Effects | |
Fibrogenic | Yes |
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Other Information | No other related information on this agent was found. |