Zinc

Element Name: Zinc


 * Element Symbol:** Zn


 * Atomic Mass:** 65[[image:Zinc_Ryan.png width="216" height="288" align="right"]]


 * Atomic Number:** 30


 * Protons:** 30


 * Electrons:** 30


 * Discovery:** Known since ancient times


 * How It Was Named:** From the German word Zink


 * State Of Matter:** Solid


 * Melting Point:** 419.53°C


 * Boiling Point:** 907°C


 * Characteristics:**
 * Bluish-white
 * Metal
 * Brittle at ordinary temperatures


 * Uses Of Element:** Used extensively to galvanize other metals such as iron to prevent corrosion. Used in the manufacture of paints, rubber products, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, floor coverings, plastics, printing inks, soap, storage batteries ECT.


 * Interesting Facts:** The price of Zinc was roughly 75 cents/LB in January 1990. Without Zinc we wouldn't be able to smell things.

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