Zinc is a silvery-white metal characterized by good machinability, low melting point, and high corrosion resistance. It is a chemically active metal that reacts with both acids and alkalis. Zinc melts at 420 °C and boils at 907 °C. It is also present in living organisms and plays an important biological role.
Zinc (chemical symbol Zn) is widely used as an anti-corrosion material, particularly for protecting steel against rust (galvanization). It is also used in household appliances (e.g., washing machines, refrigerators), construction, and various structural components.
Historically, zinc compounds were used in the production of brass (an alloy of copper and zinc). Today, zinc is used in batteries and accumulators, construction materials (gutters, roofing), as well as in medicine, dietary supplements, and fertilizers.
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