Chemical Industry And Material Production
(1) Ceramics And Glass
Colours: The addition of V₂O₅ produces a yellow or green ceramic glaze.
UV absorption: used in special glasses (e.g. for thermal insulation of buildings).
(2) Raw Materials For The Production Of Vanadium Metal And Alloys: Vanadium Metal Is Produced By Aluminothermic Or Calcium Reduction:
V2O5+5Ca→2V+5CaO
Application of alloys:
Vanadium steel (Fe-V): increased strength and corrosion resistance (used in tool steel and automotive parts).
Titanium alloy (Ti-6Al-4V): A structural material for the aerospace industry.
(3) Synthesis Of Other Compounds
Vanadium nitride (VN): a wear-resistant coating material.
Vanadates (e.g., NaVO₃): preservatives and corrosion inhibitors.
