zinc

Element Name- Zinc
Element Symbol-Zn
Atomic Number-30
Atomic Mass-65.39




Structure of the atom



location on the periodic table-group-transition metals
Who discovered- Andreas (Andrew) Marggraf
Year discovered- 1746




where discovered- India
Physical properties- Color- silver-bluish-white, brittle, conductor of electricity.




Uses for the element- metal coating, rust protection, brass, bronze, nickel
Interesting fact- found in oysters






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