ceriumcontaining

Ceriumcontaining is a term used to describe any substance, compound, or material that includes cerium as a component. Cerium is a chemical element with the symbol Ce and atomic number 58. It is a soft, silvery-white metal that belongs to the lanthanide series, often referred to as rare earth elements. Cerium is the most abundant of the rare earth elements, though it is not particularly rare in the Earth's crust. It is typically found in minerals like monazite and bastnäsite.

When cerium is present in a material, the term "ceriumcontaining" applies. This can range from simple alloys where cerium is mixed with other metals, to complex oxides and compounds used in various industrial applications. For instance, cerium oxide (CeO2) is a widely used ceriumcontaining material, known for its catalytic properties and use in automotive catalytic converters to reduce harmful emissions. It is also employed as a polishing agent for glass and in UV-blocking applications. Other ceriumcontaining compounds include cerium fluoride, used in optics, and cerium sulfate, utilized in analytical chemistry. The presence and form of cerium within a material dictate its properties and potential uses.