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12034-80-9

Name NIOBIUM SILICIDE
CAS 12034-80-9
EINECS(EC#) 234-812-3
Molecular Formula NbSi2
MDL Number MFCD00151537
Molecular Weight 149.08
MOL File 12034-80-9.mol

Chemical Properties

Appearance Crystalline solid.
Melting point  1940 °C
density  5.7
form  Powder
color  gray hexagonal, hexane crystals, crystalline
Resistivity 50.4 (ρ/μΩ.cm)
Water Solubility  Insoluble in water.
Crystal Structure Hexagonal
Uses
Niobium silicide (NbSi2) is used as a lining for high-temperature refractory furnaces.
EPA Substance Registry System Niobium silicide (NbSi2) (12034-80-9)

Safety Data

Safety Statements 
WGK Germany  3
TSCA  Yes

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