CAS 86546-99-8: europium(iii) carbonate hydrate

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Europium (III) Carbonate Hydrate

Europium(III) carbonate hydrate is a white solid that has the appearance of a fine powder. It is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula EuCO3. This compound is used in spectroscopy, and it has been analysed by thermal analysis, gas analysis, and thermogravimetric analysis. Europium(III) carbonate hydrate can be found in lanthanum carbonate as well as other elements. The compound's melting point is above 860 degrees Celsius, which makes it more resistant to dehydration than europium oxide. Europium(III) carbonate hydrate emits light at wavelengths of 671 nm when heated to temperatures above 680 degrees Celsius.