Which of the following metals is used in ceramic applications?
A
Cerium
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B
Neodymium
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C
Praseodymium
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D
None of these
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Solution
The correct options are A Cerium C Praseodymium Ce(III) and Ce(IV) oxides find use in glass polishing powders whereas Nd and Pr oxides are extensively used in colouring glass and in the production of standard light filters. All the given metals are used in ceramic applications.