History and uses:
The History Of Zinc:
Although zinc compounds have been used for at least
2,500 years in the production of brass, zinc wasn't
recognized as a distinct element until much later.
Metallic zinc was first produced in India sometime in
the 1400s by heating the mineral calamine (ZnCO3)
with wool. Zinc was rediscovered by Andreas Sigismund
Marggraf in 1746 by heating calamine with charcoal.
The Major Uses Of Zinc Are:
-Anti-corrosion coatings on steel (galvanizing)
-Precision components (die casting)
-Construction material
-Brass
-Pharmaceuticals and cosmetics
-Micronutrient for humans, animals and plants
