Zinc
| Formula / Notation | Zn |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 65.38 |
| Category | Elements |
What is Zinc?
Zinc is a bluish-white metal and the 24th most abundant element in Earth crust. It is an essential trace mineral for all life and the fourth most widely used metal after iron, aluminium, and copper. Zinc is mined primarily as zinc sulfide (sphalerite).
Formula & Notation
Properties & Characteristics
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
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Frequently Asked Questions
Zinc is a bluish-white metal and the 24th most abundant element in Earth crust. It is an essential trace mineral for all life and the fourth most widely used metal after iron, aluminium, and copper. Zinc is mined primarily as zinc sulfide (sphalerite).
Galvanising steel (largest use — prevents corrosion). Zinc alloys (brass, die-casting alloys). Zinc oxide in rubber, paints, sunscreen, and pharmaceuticals. Dietary supplement (essential micronutrient). Dry-cell batteries (zinc-carbon, alkaline).
Essential micronutrient; deficiency causes immune dysfunction. Zinc oxide fume causes metal fume fever. High doses toxic; disrupts copper absorption. Zinc chloride and other soluble salts are irritants.
The formula or notation for Zinc is: Zn