15  Zinc Uses: Facts You Should Know!

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Zinc is the first element in group 12 (IIB) of the periodic table, with Zn as symbol. Let us see the different uses of Zn in the following article below.

The various uses of zinc are mentioned below.

  • Alloying Agent
  • In Galvanization process
  • In electronics hardware
  • Cosmetic/ Beauty
  • Die-casting industry
  • Manufacturing

The important metal zinc is discussed in this article, which includes its uses which are explained in brief down below.

Alloying Agent

  • The metal zinc is used in alloys, such as brass, nickel, silver, and aluminum solder.
  • Zn is used in producing zinc oxide, which is useful in forming various electronics and industries.

In Galvanization process

  • Zn is used to galvanize other metals, especially iron or steel, to prevent rust.
  • About half of produced zinc in the world is galvanized for protection in industries with heavy machines.

In electronics hardware

  • Zinc has been used in manufacturing batteries for electronic devices and hardware. 
  • New Zn batteries are modified as they are rechargeable and recyclable and which makes their usage more.
  • As zinc has high power density and electrochemical properties which make it useful in the electronics industry.

Cosmetic/ Beauty

  • Zinc oxide, a form of Zn, is widely used in cosmetic products for bulking and skin protection.
  • In cosmetic industry zinc is used in products as a cosmetic colorant.
  • Zn is used in the manufacturing of sunscrean because of its UV absorber property.

Die-casting industry

Zinc Die-casting gives the highest precision with lower tooling costs than Al and Mg die-cast, which has excellent physical and mechanical properties.

Manufacturing

  • Zinc oxide is an additive to the rubber which is used to make automobile tires.
  • Zn is used during the production of soaps due to its protection property.
  • During the manufacturing of oil-based paints, zinc is used as a white-pigment in it.
  • Zn is used in manufacturing, like creating roofing materials for any infrastructure.
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List of uses of Zinc

Conclusion

At last, zinc is an important mineral with several uses, but it also has wide toxicity. Zinc has five stable isotopes, but the most abundant is 64Zn (49.17% natural abundance). It has a low melting point and also it is considered commercially important.