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Gadolinium Oxide Nano and Micron Powder: Origin, Production, Properties, Applications and More
Gadolinium Oxide
is an inorganic compound having formula as Gd2O3. Gadolinium
is most commonly found in nature, as it is part of the rare earth family. In Gd2O3,
Gd has a degree of oxidation of three, quite common in the compounds of this
element. From this compound, the pure metal can be extracted at a zero-oxidation
state. Gadolinium (III) chloride (GdCl3) can also be synthesized
from gadolinium oxide. In this form, gadolinium can be used as a contrast element
for magnetic resonance ima
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20th Sep 2019
Uses of Nanocalcite
The development of nanotechnology has also increased the
growth and development of Nanocalcite, which is an element or material that
helps to restore and improve various industrial areas such as pharmaceuticals,
dentistry, and more. At this point, it is important to understand the
definition and scope of Nanocalcite. It is the term used to describe a chemical
compound represented by the formula CaCO³ which comprises three vital
elements, that is, carbon, oxygen, and calcium. Star
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20th Sep 2019
Titanium Carbide (TiC) Nanoparticles: Properties, Synthesis, and Applications
Titanium carbide (TiC) is an extremely hard refractory ceramic, the only carbide in the titanium–carbon system, with a hardness of 9 to 9.5 on the Mohs scale that rivals tungsten carbide.
In nanoparticle form, below 100 nanometers, its large specific surface area and high purity make it more reactive and more effective across coatings, cutting tools, and emerging energy and electronics applications. This guide explains what titanium carbide nanoparticles are, their structure and propertie
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19th Sep 2019
Differences between Alpha and Gamma Alumina nanoparticles
In simple terms, nanoparticles are basically
elements within the size of 1-100 nanometers (nm), and which are surrounded by
an interfacial layer. The aforementioned layer forms a crucial aspect of the scale
matter with a major impact on all its properties. The layer basically comprises
ions, organic and inorganic elements. In the scientific field, nanoparticles
are the most sought-after areas as they form a wide gap between large materials
and molecular substances. Generally, nanoparticles
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16th Sep 2019
Tungsten: Discovery, Types, Products, Applications
Tungsten is a matte silver-colored metal
with the highest melting point of pure metals. Tungsten is more resistant to
breakage than diamond and is much harder than steel. It is indicated by the
symbol W and has an atomic number of -74. In Mendeleev's periodic table, it is
in the sixth group, it has similar properties with the "neighbors" –
molybdenum and chromium. It has the unique properties of refractory metal - its
strength and ability to withstand high temperatures - that make it ideal
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13th Sep 2019