Gadolinium oxide CAS 12064-62-9 (11129-31-0) Gd2O3

Gadolinium oxide

Name	Gadolinium oxide
Synonyms	Gadolinium(III) oxide; Digadolinium trioxide
Molecular Structure
Molecular Formula	Gd2O3
Molecular Weight	362.49
CAS Registry Number	12064-62-9 (11129-31-0)
EC Number	235-060-9

Uses:

1. Nuclear industry: efficient neutron absorbing materials.

2. Magnetic refrigeration: room temperature magnetic refrigeration core medium.

3. Medical imaging: Core components of MRI contrast agents.

4. Fluorescent and luminescent materials: key activators for X-rays and LEDs.

5. Optics and functional ceramics: high refractive index glass and laser crystals.