Tritium

Description

A radioactive isotope of Hydrogen with a mass number of 3. Although small amounts of tritium occur naturally, most tritium is prepared synthetically. It was used in the mid-20th century for luminous dials on watches, clocks, and instruments. It is still used as a tracer in biochemical research, as a gas in some neon-type signs, and as a starting compnent in hydrogen bombs.

Synonyms and Related Terms

T; triterium; 3H

Risks

• Toxic.
• Carcinogenic.
• Radioactive.
• PerkinElmer: SDS

Physical and Chemical Properties

Half-life = 12.26 years

Composition	H3
CAS	10028-17-8
Melting Point	-254.12 C
Molecular Weight	atomic wt. 3.016