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RbO refers to the rubidium oxide molecule. It is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula Rb2O. Rubidium oxide is a binary oxide of rubidium and oxygen. It is a highly reactive alkaline earth metal oxide. Rubidium oxide is typically a pale yellow solid at room temperature. It is soluble in water, where it reacts vigorously to form rubidium hydroxide (RbOH), a strong base. The synthesis of rubidium oxide can be achieved by reacting rubidium metal with a limited amount of oxygen. Alternatively, it can be formed by heating rubidium peroxide or rubidium superoxide in a vacuum. Due to its reactivity and hygroscopic nature, rubidium oxide is usually handled under an inert atmosphere. Its properties make it a subject of interest in inorganic chemistry and materials science, although its applications are not as widespread as some other metal oxides due to the high cost and reactivity of rubidium. It is a strong oxidizing agent and can react exothermically with many substances.