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How is scandium used today?

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- Minor component in aluminium, chromium or magnesium alloys (hardening effect)

- Anticathode for x-ray tubes

- Scandium compounds: catalysts, optical coatings, ceramics for electronics, lasers, special lamps, etc.

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