RUTHENIUM ( Ru )
Ruthenium is very hard and is a good alloying agent for platinum and palladium. Like the other PGMs, it has a high melting point and superior catalytic properties. Ruthenium is used in the electrical and electrochemical industries for its conductive properties and durability.
Physical Properties Of Ruthenium
- Melting point 2607 K (2334 °C, 4233 °F)
- Boiling point 4423 K (4150 °C, 7502 °F)
- Density (near r.t.) 12.45 g/cm3