Beryllium oxide

Beryllium oxide, also called beryllia, is a chemical compound made of beryllium and oxygen. It has the chemical formula . It is a refractory ceramic, and the third major use of beryllium after the pure metal and beryllium alloys. It can also be an intermediate in the production of beryllium metal or its alloys.

 Production 
Beryllium oxide can be produced by thermolysis of beryllium sulfate.

 Sources 

Category:Oxides
Category:Beryllium compounds