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Rubidium Acetate
Rb2CO3 -20 mesh 99.9% Pure
Rubidium Carbonate
RnCl -4 mesh 99.9% Pure
Rubidium Chloride
Rb2CrO4 -20 mesh 99.9% Pure
Rubidium Chromate
5.1 UN1479 PG III Oxidizer
RbF -4 mesh 99.9% Pure
Rubidium Fluoride
RbIO3 -4 mesh 99.9% Pure
Rubidium Iodate
5.1 UN1479 PG II Oxidizer
Rb2MoO4 -200 mesh 99.5% Pure
Rubidium Molybdate
RbNbO3 -200 mesh 99.5% Pure
Rubidium Niobate
RbNO3 -80 mesh 99.9% Pure
Rubidium Nitrate
5.1 UN1477 PG III Oxidizer
RbClO4 -4 mesh 99.9% Pure
Rubidium Perchlorate
5.1 UN1481 PG II Oxidizer
Rb2Se -60 mesh 99.5% Pure
Rubidium Selenide
4.3 UN1423 PG I Dangerous when wet
Rb2SO4 -20 mesh 99.9% Pure
Rubidium Sulphate
RbTaO3 -200 mesh 99.5% Pure
Rubidium Tantalate
Rb2TiO3 -200 mesh 99.5% Pure
Rubidium Titanate
Rb2WO4 -200 mesh 99.5% Pure
Rubidium Tungstate
RbVO3 (meta) -100 mesh 99.5% Pure
Rubidium vanadate
6.1 UN3288 PG II Toxic
Rb3V2O7 (pyro) -100 mesh 99.5% Pure
Rubidium vanadate
6.1 UN3288 PG II Toxic
Rb2CO3 -14 mesh 99.95% Pure
Rubidium Carbonate
Rubidium, the second most electropositive of the stable alkali elements, distinguishes itself with unique physical and chemical characteristics. Notably, rubidium has the remarkable property of liquefying at relatively high ambient temperatures, with its melting point at 102.7 °F (39.3 °C). However, its reactivity with water is one of its defining features, similar to the other group 1 elements. When introduced to water, rubidium undergoes a violent reaction, often igniting the liberated hydrogen. Furthermore, rubidium has been documented to ignite spontaneously upon exposure to air, underscoring its highly reactive nature.
In addition to its reactive behaviour, rubidium shares commonalities with other alkali metals in its ability to form amalgams with mercury and alloys with various metals, including gold, caesium, sodium, and potassium. This versatility in forming alloys extends its utility across diverse industrial applications.
One distinctive feature of rubidium is its ability to impart a reddish-violet hue to a flame, which inspired its name. This characteristic flame colouration makes rubidium a valuable tool in flame tests and spectral analysis, aiding in the identification and analysis of substances in laboratory settings.