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CSCL [2 records]

Record 1 2011-08-19

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
Universal entry(ies)
CsCl
formula, see observation
7647-17-8
CAS number
OBS

This chemical compound is used in brewing, preparation of other cesium compounds, mineral waters, evacuation of radio tubes, fluorescent screens, as contrast medium.

OBS

cesium chloride: incorrect form.

OBS

Chemical formula: CsCl

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
CsCl
formula, see observation
7647-17-8
CAS number
OBS

Formule chimique : CsCl

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Elementos y compuestos químicos
Entrada(s) universal(es)
CsCl
formula, see observation
7647-17-8
CAS number
DEF

Sólido cristalino incoloro, soluble en agua y alcohol, insoluble en acetona.

OBS

Fórmula química: CsCl

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Record 2 2000-03-21

English

Subject field(s)
  • Biochemistry
DEF

Colorless cuboid crystals, melting point 646°C; used in filaments of radio tubes to increase sensitivity, in photoelectric cells, and for photosensitive deposit on cathodes.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Biochimie

Spanish

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