| M Formula: | Er(NO3)3•5H2O |
| Properties: | |
| Large, reddish crystals. Loses 4H2O at 130C. Soluble in water, alcohol, ether, and acetone. | |
| Derivation: | |
| Treatment of oxides, carbonates, or hydroxides with nitric acid. | |
| Grade: | |
| 99%. | |
| Hazard: | |
| May explode if shocked or heated. | |