Samarium Oxide

Name:
Samarium Oxide
Detailed information:

M Formula:	Sm2O3
Properties:
Cream-colored powder. D 8.347, mp 2300C. Insoluble in water; soluble in acids. Absorbs moisture and carbon dioxide from the air.
Use:
Catalyst in the dehydrogenation of ethanol, infrared-absorbing glass, neutron absorber, preparation of samarium salts.