Question

State two important uses of following metal: 

Uses of zinc  

Mention some important uses of zinc.

Answer 1

1. It is used for galvanizing iron sheets to prevent iron from rusting.
2. It is used for making alloys such as brass and bronze.

Answer 2

1. Galvanisation, which is the process of applying a thin layer of zinc to iron sheets to prevent corrosion, is a common application for zinc.
2. Galvanic cell electrodes are made from zinc plates and rods.
3. Zinc dust and granulated zinc serve as reducing agents. Zinc dust is used in manufacturing dyes, perfumes, and drugs.
4. It is employed in Parke’s technique for extracting silver.
5. Several alloys, such as brass, German silver, and delta metal (Cu 60%, Zn 38.2%, Fe 1.8%), which are used to make ship propellers, bearings, and valves, are made with it.