Elemental Analysis - Promethium (Pm)

Promethium is a rare earth metal that emits a beta domain. It is very radioactive, so it has been little studied and its chemical and physical properties are not well defined. Promethium salts have a pink or red color that colors the surrounding air with a pale blue-green light.

Promethium is often used for scientific research purposes. It is used in luminous dyes, in guided missiles, clocks, pacemakers and nuclear batteries, and as a light source for signals. It is possible for promethium to be used as a source of X-rays and radioactivity in portable measuring instruments in the future.

Promethium in the earth's crust It occurs in very small quantities in some uranium ores. Since it is not stable, it undergoes radioactive decay. The radioactive decay of promethium is used to make a phosphor glow, which is converted into electricity by a solar cell.

Promethium has no role in living things and is somewhat dangerous due to its intense radioactivity. Animal tests have only shown damage to the surface of the bones.

Promethium by its nature practically does not exist, so it does not pose any threat to the environment. It just needs to be handled with care because of its high radioactivity.

The longest-lived isotope of promethium has a half-life of only 18 years. Therefore, it is not found naturally in the world.

In the tests and analyzes carried out in our organization, which has a wide range of technological equipment, trained and experienced staff and applies the most modern methods, national and international standards and legal regulations in force are complied with. Among the numerous tests carried out in this context, there are also promethium (Pm) testing services within the framework of elemental analysis.