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strontium monosulfide

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Strontium monosulfide (SrS) is a chemical compound that is part of the broader chemistry of strontium. Strontium itself is a soft, silvery metal belonging to the alkaline-earth metals group in the periodic table. It is not found freely in nature but exists in ores like celestine (SrSO4) and strontianite (SrCO3).1

Strontium monosulfide has specific industrial applications. It is used as a depilatory, meaning it can be used to remove hair. Additionally, it is an ingredient in phosphors, which are materials used in electroluminescent devices and luminous paints. The chemistry of strontium is similar to that of calcium, and in its compounds, strontium typically has an oxidation state of +2.1

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  3. celestine

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