Ytterbium(III) oxide
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| Names | |
|---|---|
| IUPAC name
Ytterbium(III) oxide
| |
| Other names
Diytterbium trioxide
Ytterbia Ytterbium sesquioxide | |
| Properties | |
| Yb2O3 | |
| Molar mass | 394.08 g/mol |
| Appearance | White solid |
| Odor | Odorless |
| Density | 9.17 g/cm3 |
| Melting point | 2,355 °C (4,271 °F; 2,628 K) |
| Boiling point | 4,070 °C (7,360 °F; 4,340 K) |
| Insoluble | |
| Solubility | Reacts with acids Insoluble in organic solvents |
| Vapor pressure | ~0 mmHg |
| Thermochemistry | |
| Std molar
entropy (S |
133.05 J·mol-1·K-1 |
| Std enthalpy of
formation (ΔfH |
-1814.6 kJ/mol |
| Hazards | |
| Safety data sheet | Sigma-Aldrich |
| Flash point | Non-flammable |
| Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa). | |
| Infobox references | |
Ytterbium(III) oxide is the chemical compound with the formula Yb2O3.
Contents
Properties
Chemical
Ytterbium(III) oxide reacts with acids forming salts.
Physical
Ytterbium(III) oxide is a white solid.
Availability
Ytterbium oxide is sold by lab suppliers.
Preparation
Can be prepared by burning ytterbium metal in an oxygen atmosphere.
Projects
- Colorant for glasses and enamels
- Dopant for garnet crystals in lasers
Handling
Safety
Ytterbium oxide has low toxicity.
Storage
In closed bottles.
Disposal
Ytterbium compounds are expensive and it's best to recycle it.
