Ytterbium(III) acetate is an inorganic salt of ytterbium and acetic acid, with a chemical formula of Yb(CH3COO)3.

It has colorless crystals that are soluble in water and can form hydrates.

[2][3] Ytterbium can form crystals and it is easily soluble in water.

[2][3] Ytterbium acetate can be used as a raw material for the synthesis of upconversion luminescent materials[4]；it can also be used as a catalyst for some specific organic reactions.

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