MCQ
Which lanthanide compound is used as a pigment?
  • $ \mathrm{CeO}_2 $
  • B
    $ \mathrm{Ce}(\mathrm{OH})_3 $
  • C
    $ \mathrm{Lu}(\mathrm{OH})_3 $
  • D
    $ \mathrm{\sim Tb}(\mathrm{OH})_3 $

Answer

Correct option: A.
$ \mathrm{CeO}_2 $
Ceria or cerium oxide$,\mathrm{CeO}_2,$ a lanthanide compound is used as a pigment and as a polishing agent for glass.

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