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Yttrium Sulfide Powder Y2S3, CAS No 12039-19-9
Yttrium Sulfide Powder Y2S3, CAS No 12039-19-9
Yttrium Sulfide Powder (Y2S3) is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula Y2S3 and CAS number 12039-19-9. It is a white to light-yellow powder with a high melting point of 2030°C.
Specification
| Compound Formula | S3Y2 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 274.01 |
| Appearance | yellow cubic crystals |
| Melting Point | 1,925° C (3,497° F) |
| Boiling Point | N/A |
| Density | 3.87 g/cm3 |
| Solubility in H2O | N/A |
| Exact Mass | 273.727908 |
| Monoisotopic Mass | 273.727908 |
Applications
Yttrium sulfide has various applications such as a precursor to produce yttrium oxide, a luminescent material in fluorescent lamps, and as a component in cathode-ray tubes. Additionally, it can also be used as a semiconductor material in electronics, as a catalyst in chemical reactions, and as a coating material for surfaces to improve their durability and resistance to wear and corrosion.
Yttrium sulfide has potential use in solar energy conversion, particularly as a photocatalyst. It has been shown to have a high photocatalytic activity for hydrogen evolution under visible light irradiation, making it a promising material for energy conversion applications.
