Clear acrylic cube displaying a Rubidium element (Atomic Number 37) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.
Clear acrylic cube displaying a Rubidium element (Atomic Number 37) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.
Clear acrylic cube displaying a Rubidium element (Atomic Number 37) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.
Clear acrylic cube displaying a Rubidium element (Atomic Number 37) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.
Clear acrylic cube displaying a Rubidium element (Atomic Number 37) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.
Clear acrylic cube displaying a Rubidium element (Atomic Number 37) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.
Clear acrylic cube displaying a Rubidium element (Atomic Number 37) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.
Clear acrylic cube displaying a Rubidium element (Atomic Number 37) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.
Clear acrylic cube displaying a Rubidium element (Atomic Number 37) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.
Clear acrylic cube displaying a Rubidium element (Atomic Number 37) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.
Clear acrylic cube displaying a Rubidium element (Atomic Number 37) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.
Clear acrylic cube displaying a Rubidium element (Atomic Number 37) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.
Clear acrylic cube displaying a Rubidium element (Atomic Number 37) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.
Clear acrylic cube displaying a Rubidium element (Atomic Number 37) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.
Clear acrylic cube displaying a Rubidium element (Atomic Number 37) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.
Clear acrylic cube displaying a Rubidium element (Atomic Number 37) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.

Rubidium Element Cube

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Rubidium's atomic number is 37 and its symbol is Rb. It is a very soft, silvery-white metal in the alkali metal group, and it is the first in the group to have a density higher than water. Rubidium is easily vaporized and has a convenient spectral absorption range, making it a frequent target for laser manipulation of atoms. However, it cannot be stored under atmospheric oxygen, as a highly exothermic reaction will ensue, sometimes even resulting in the metal catching fire.

Rubidium had minimal industrial value before the 1920s. Since then, the most important use of rubidium is research and development, primarily in chemical and electronic applications. Currently, Rubidium compounds are sometimes used in fireworks to give them a purple color, working fluid in vapor turbines, as a getter in vacuum tubes, and as a photocell component.

This display is contained within crystal clear Lucite acrylic.

Details
  • Made In USA
  • 2x2x2 inches
  • 99% Pure Sample 
Safety

We get asked about the radioactivity and overall safety of the periodic tables/cubes from time to time. These are legitimate concerns and we wanted to address those concerns here. Although there are several elements in the cubes that are dangerous or toxic, the acrylic and glass ampules make the products safe to handle and store.

The average American is exposed to 0.034 mrem/hr from background radiation (300 mrem/year). In other words, a person will get three times the radiation from natural background radiation which includes the sun, food, radon, and the environment, than they will from holding a radioactive element in one of our Lucite Acrylic displays.

Care Instructions

Wash with mild soap or detergent and lukewarm water. Use a clean, soft cloth, or sponge. Rinse and blot dry with a damp cloth or chamois.

*Never use abrasive cleaners, household cleaners, window-cleaning fluids, scouring compounds, gritty cloths, or strong solvents such as alcohol, acetone, carbon tetrachloride, etc.*

To maintain the brilliant luster of acrylic, wax and occasionally with a quality grade of automobile paste wax (NOT A CLEANER WAX COMBINATION.) Apply a thin coat with a clean, cotton flannel cloth. Then wipe with a clean damp cloth. NEVER USE HOUSEHOLD SPRAY WAXES.

Proudly made in the U.S.A.