Tellurium: uses

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The following uses for tellurium are gathered from a number of sources as well as from anecdotal comments. I'd be delighted to receive corrections as well as additional referenced uses (please use the feedback mechanism to add uses).

  • semiconductors
  • alloying with cast iron, copper and stainless steel
  • addition to lead to prevent corrosion
  • ceramics
  • tinting glass

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