Ruthenium (atomic number 44) is a rare, hard, white transition metal belonging to the platinum group, discovered by Karl Ernst Claus in 1844. It is highly valued for its extreme durability, resistance to corrosion, and utility as a catalyst in chemical processes. Primarily produced in South Africa, it is used in electronic components, alloys, and semiconductor manufacturing. The directory classifies it as a unknown/inactive API with a mineral/inorganic source/manufacturing origin. Its PubChem CID is 23950.
Ruthenium
| CAS No | 7440-18-8 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 101.1 g/mol |
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Ruthenium (atomic number 44) is a rare, hard, white transition metal belonging to the platinum group, discovered by Karl Ernst Claus in 1844. It is highly valued for its extreme durability, resistance to corrosion, and utility as a catalyst in chemical processes.
The listed CAS number is 7440-18-8.
The listed molecular weight is 101.1 g/mol.
It is listed as a unknown/inactive API with a mineral/inorganic origin.
The listed PubChem CID is 23950.