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: 
•             Luminous dials
•             X-rays and TV screens
•             Paints (non-toxic)
•             Florescent lights
• The oxide (ZnO) is used in making:
•             Paints
•             Rubber products
•             Cosmetics
•             Pharmaceuticals
•             Floor covering
•             Plastics
•             Printing inks
•             Soaps
•             Textiles
•             Electrical equipment
•             Ointments
• Zinc metal is used for:
•             Dry batteries
•             Roof cladding    
•             Lightweight coins (USA and Canadian one cent coins are coated with bronze plate)
•             To protect iron structures from corrosion
• Zinc alloys with many other metals:
•             Nickel silver
•             Typewriter metal
•             Commercial bronze
•             Spring brass
•             Soft solder
•             Aluminum solder

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