Difference between revisions of "Zinc"
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| − | {{Element | name=Zinc| symbol=Zn | anumber=30 | + | {{Element | name=Zinc| symbol=Zn | anumber=30 | amass= 65.4 amu| noe=30 | class= Transition Metal | cstructure= Hexagonal | color= Blue | date= 1746 | discname= Andreas Marggraf | origname= From the German word ''zin'' (meaning tin) | uses=Metal coating, rust protection, 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. | ||
Revision as of 06:38, May 17, 2007
| Zinc | |
|---|---|
| Properties | |
| Atomic symbol | Zn |
| Atomic number | 30 |
| Classification | Transition Metal |
| 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, 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.