In energy efficient fluorescent lighting, Europium provides not only the necessary red, but also the blue. Several commercial blue phosphors are based on Europium for color TV, computer screens and fluorescent lamps. Applications: Europium Hydrate, is used as a phosphor activator for color cathode-ray tubes and liquid-crystal displays used in computer monitors and televisions employ europium oxide as the red phosphor Solubility: Insoluble in water, moderately soluble in strong mineral acids Molecular Formula: Eu(OH)3.xH2O Alfa Chemistry Materials product group: Metal Manufacturer data sheet |