Barium

Barium is an Alkalineearth element Barium uses and applications include: Alloys in vacuum tubes; deoxidizer for copper; lubricant for anode rotors in x-ray tubes; spark-plug alloys; in nuclear reactors; electronic tubes; additive in lubricating oils; manufacturing of pyrotechnics and explosives; tanning and finishing leather; mordant for fabrics and dyes; electroplating; aluminum refining; rubber manufacturing; production of paints and enamels Suggested storage of Barium: Moisture-sensitive; store under inert gas, petroleum, or other oxygen-free liq.