| Agent Name | Lutetium |
|---|---|
| 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. |
| Exposure Assessment | |
| Explanatory Notes | mp = 1663 deg C; [Merck Index] |
| Adverse Effects | |
| Fibrogenic | Yes |
| Links to Other NLM Databases | |
| Toxicity Information | |
| Chemical Information | |
| Related Information in HazMap | |
| Other Information | No other related information on this agent was found. |
Agent Name
Lutetium
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.
Exposure Assessment
Explanatory Notes
mp = 1663 deg C; [Merck Index]
Adverse Effects
Fibrogenic
Yes
Links to Other NLM Databases
Toxicity Information
Chemical Information
Related Information in HazMap
Other Information
No other related information on this agent was found.