13 Strontium: Facts You Should Know!

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Strontium is a chemical element having atomic number 38 and a molar mass of 87.62 u. Let us find out more about the uses of Strontium.

Strontium, highly chemically reactive, non-radioactive metal, is generally used in different industries like-

  • Research field
  • Fireworks industry
  • Cosmetic industry
  • Petroleum industry

Down below, various applications of different strontium compounds like titanate, carbonate, nitrate, etc are discussed in detail.

Research Field

  • Ferrite magnets were first produced, using strontium.
  • Radiotracer in X-ray studies use strontium.
  • Ceramic magnets require strontium for their manufacture.

Fireworks Industry

  • Manufacturing of fireworks having deep red color require strontium.
  • Height of the given fireworks is regulated using strontium.

Cosmetic Industry

The use of strontium in the cosmetic industry is minor but noteworthy as it is used to produce a crimson red color for blushes and lipsticks.

Petroleum industry

  • Strontium is used as a raw material for modern ‘neon’ or ‘glow-in-the-dark’ colors.
  • Shine of pottery glazes are increased using strontium.
  • Drilling fluid required for bridging material requires strontium for preparation.
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Uses of Strontium

Strontium Titanate Uses

Strontium Titanate (SrTiO3), a salt of Sr (molar mass 183.49 g/mol) is formed by the reaction of Sr and TiO2. Let us find out more about the uses of Strontium carbonate.

Laboratory

In the laboratory, strontium titanate is used for manufacturing strontium metal and other different strontium salts in laboratories.

Semiconductors

Strontium is used for producing semiconducting ceramic products.

Electronics

Magnetic field sensitive thermometers employ strontium for their manufacture.

Strontium Carbonate Uses

Strontium Carbonate (SrCO3) is very reactive toward H2O. It is as a strong base and forms Sr(OH)2 via an exothermic reaction. Let us find out about the uses of strontium carbonate.

SrCO3 is used mainly in the electric appliances field as it is used for making color television receivers.

Strontium Nitrate Uses

Strontium Nitrate is a white crystalline material used as a pigment and in pyrotechnics.

Conclusion

Strontium is a soft, ductile, and white solid metal with a radioactive nature. It has a density (2.63 mg/m3) more than water. It is mainly known for being able to produce brilliant red hues in fireworks and is widely used in various other fields too.