Uses






- The alloy brass contains copper and
anywhere from 20-45% of zinc, depending on type of brass.
- Third of all zinc is used to galvanize
metals such as iron to prevent corrosion.
- The sulphide (ZnS) is used in making:
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Luminous dials
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X-rays and TV screens
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Paints (non-toxic)
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Florescent lights
- The oxide (ZnO) is used in making:
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Paints
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Rubber products
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Cosmetics
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Pharmaceuticals
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Floor covering
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Plastics
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Printing inks
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Soaps
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Textiles
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Electrical equipment
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Ointments
- Zinc metal is used for:
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Dry batteries
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Roof cladding
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Lightweight coins (USA and Canadian one
cent coins are coated with bronze plate)
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To protect iron structures from corrosion
- Zinc alloys with many other metals:
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Nickel silver
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Typewriter metal
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Commercial bronze
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Spring brass
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Soft solder
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Aluminum solder
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