Rubidium iodide (RbI)

CAS Number: 7790-29-6 , EC Number:232-198-1

Brand Name : DQ

Percentage assay:99.5%

Package Information: Bottle or 25kg/drum or customized packing

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Product Information

ParameterValue or DescriptionUnits or ConditionsRemarks
Molecular FormulaRbIN/ARubidium Iodide
Molecular Weight212.37g/mol 
AppearanceWhite, crystalline solidN/A 
Melting Point642 °CCelsius 
Boiling Point1300 °CCelsius 
Density3.35 g/cm³g/cm³At 25°C
SolubilityHighly soluble in waterN/A 
Refractive Index1.784N/A 
Electrical ConductivityHighS/m 
Thermal Conductivity7.2 W/(m·K)W/(m·K)At 25°C
Specific Heat Capacity0.51 J/(g·K)J/(g·K) 
Chemical StabilityStable under normal conditionsN/A 
Common UsesPhotographic emulsions, scintillation counters, etc.N/A

Rubidium iodide Formul

Reaction TypeReactantsProductsBalanced Equation
FormationRubidium (Rb) + Iodine (I₂)Rubidium Iodide (RbI)
Dissolution in WaterRubidium Iodide (RbI) + Water (H₂O)Rb⁺ + I⁻ ions in solution
Reaction with AcidRubidium Iodide (RbI) + Hydrochloric Acid (HCl)Rubidium Chloride (RbCl) + Hydroiodic Acid (HI)
Double DisplacementRubidium Iodide (RbI) + Sodium Chloride (NaCl)Rubidium Chloride (RbCl) + Sodium Iodide (NaI)

 

Applications of Rubidium iodide

Application AreaSpecific UseIndustryAdditional Notes
Scientific ResearchUsed in spectroscopy and various lab experimentsAcademiaOften used in small quantities
ElectronicsUsed in photodetectors and other optoelectronic devicesTechnology 
MedicinePotential use in radiopharmaceuticalsHealthcareStill under research
ManufacturingUsed as a starting material for the synthesis of other rubidium compoundsChemical Industry

Safety Information

Safety CategoryDescription
Physical HazardsNon-flammable, but may react with other substances.
Health HazardsMay cause skin and eye irritation. Ingestion can lead to gastrointestinal issues.
Environmental HazardsMay be harmful to aquatic life.
Personal ProtectionUse gloves, safety goggles, and lab coat. Ensure adequate ventilation.
StorageStore in a cool, dry place away from incompatible materials like strong acids.
DisposalDispose of in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.

 

Rubidium iodide Uses