Uses of Zinc and Its Compounds in Various Industries
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What is the most important application of zinc in terms of the world's consumption of this metal?

  • Corrosion protection (correct)
  • Zinc oxide
  • Injection molding
  • Zinc sheets
  • Which sector uses zinc primarily for bodywork applications?

  • Automotive sector (correct)
  • Aviation sector
  • Healthcare sector
  • Construction sector
  • What percentage of the zinc consumption in corrosion control is represented by continuous hot-dip galvanizing of steel strips?

  • 40%
  • 60% (correct)
  • 50%
  • 70%
  • What represents 40% of the zinc tonnage used in hot-dip galvanizing?

    <p>Discontinuous hot-dip galvanization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary pharmaceutical application of zinc chloride?

    <p>Disinfectant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three functions of zinc when used as a corrosion-resistant final coat?

    <p>Barrier effect, Patina formation, Cathodic protection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following materials is NOT typically used in combination with zinc for corrosion protection?

    <p>Nitrate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of zinc makes it an attractive material for architects?

    <p>Easy shaping and excellent corrosion resistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which sector would one commonly find applications of zinc chloride?

    <p>Pharmaceutical industry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the atomic weight of zinc?

    <p>65.37</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which century did people start making bracelets and statues containing zinc?

    <p>5th century BC</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Latin name for zinc?

    <p>Zincum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much of the Earth's crust does zinc account for?

    <p>0.01%</p> Signup and view all the answers

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