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YSO
Properties and Data
Physical Properties
Composition
Y
2
SiO
5
Chemical Name
Yttrium Oxyorthosilicate
Molecular Weight
285.892 g/mol
Density
4.4 g/cm
3
Mohs Hardness
5.8
Melting Point
2100 °C (3812 °F)
Crystal System
Monoclinic
Optical Properties
Type
Biaxial (+)
Refractive Index
n
α
= 1.782 - 1.82
n
β
= 1.785 - 1.82
n
γ
= 1.806 - 1.82
Dispersion Factor
?
Birefringence
δ = 0.024
Additional Information
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Variants and Types
Intrinsic
Intrinsic
Color: Colorless
Ce:YSO
Ce:YSO
Color: Colorless
Fluorescence: Blue
Cause: Cerium Ions
Used for Gamma Arrays, Sensors
Production and Synthesis
Czochralski Method
Czochralski Method
Involves pulling a crystal (boule) upward from a molten solution. Produces some of the purest crystals but requires a cleanroom environment.
References
REFERENCES
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