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{{Element | name=Zinc| symbol=Zn | anumber=30 | amass= 65.4 amu| noe=30 | class= | cstructure= Hexagonal | color= Blue | date= 1746 | discname= Andreas Marggraf | origname= From the German word ''zin'' (meaning tin) | uses=Metal coating, rust protection (galvanising), brass, bronze, nickel | obtained=Zinc blende, calamine}} | {{Element | name=Zinc| symbol=Zn | anumber=30 | amass= 65.4 amu| noe=30 | class= | cstructure= Hexagonal | color= Blue | date= 1746 | discname= Andreas Marggraf | origname= From the German word ''zin'' (meaning tin) | uses=Metal coating, rust protection (galvanising), brass, bronze, nickel | obtained=Zinc blende, calamine}} | ||
| − | '''Zinc''' is a [[chemical]] element in the periodic table that has the symbol Zn and atomic number 30. In some historical and sculptural contexts, it is (or was) known as spelter. | + | '''Zinc''' is a [[chemical]] element in the periodic table that has the symbol Zn and atomic number 30. In some historical and sculptural contexts, it is (or was) known as spelter. Zinc lozenges have been shown to lessen the duration of the common cold. |
Revision as of 13:38, November 12, 2008
| Zinc | |
|---|---|
| Properties | |
| Atomic symbol | Zn |
| Atomic number | 30 |
| Atomic mass | 65.4 amu |
| Other Information | |
| Date of discovery | 1746 |
| Name of discoverer | Andreas Marggraf |
| Name origin | From the German word zin (meaning tin) |
| Uses | Metal coating, rust protection (galvanising), brass, bronze, nickel |
| Obtained from | Zinc blende, calamine |
Zinc is a chemical element in the periodic table that has the symbol Zn and atomic number 30. In some historical and sculptural contexts, it is (or was) known as spelter. Zinc lozenges have been shown to lessen the duration of the common cold.