Samarium Carbonate has specialized uses in glass, phosphors, lasers, and thermoelectric devices. Samarium is added to ceramics and glasses where it increases absorption of infrared light. It is also used as catalyst and chemical reagent. Samarium catalysts assist decomposition of plastics, dichlorination of pollutants. Applications: phosphors, lasers, and thermoelectric devices. Solubility: Insoluble in water, moderately soluble in strong mineral acids Molecular Formula: Sm2(CO3)3.xH2O IUPAC Name: SAMARIUM CARBONATE Synonyms: SAMARIUM CARBONATE HYDRATE 99.9; Room temperature, dryAlfa Chemistry Materials product group: Metal Manufacturer data sheet |