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Zinc

Published on Nov 20, 2015

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PRESENTATION OUTLINE

Zinc

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Zinc

  • Symbol: Zn
  • Atomic Number: 30
  • Atomic Mass: 65.38
  • First Element in Group 12
  • Zinc Looks Metallic
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Zinc's History

  • Discovered In: 1746
  • Discoverer: Andreas Marggraf
  • Found In: Cyprus
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Uses of Zinc

  • Nickel Silver
  • Typewriter Metal
  • Commercial Bronze
  • Spring Brass
  • Soft Solder, etc.

Interesting Facts for Zinc

  • pennies dated after 1983 are made of 97.5% zinc
  • Zinc treats acne
  • it heals wounds
  • Zinc can be used in creams, lotions, and sunscreen
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