ALL YOU WANT TO KNOW ABOUT COPPER-LCETED

COPPER

It is a metal that is naturally present in the form of minerals, including small amounts of iron and sulfur. After the removal of impurities, it is processed in an electrolytic manner to obtain the pure metal. This metal is almost indestructible. Copper scraps can be processed to get the original copper.

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WHO DISCOVERED COPPER?

Mesopotamians

Mesopotamians were the first to fully utilize copper extraction and work 5000 to 6000 years ago.

CHARACTERISTICS OF COPPER

1. It has a reddish-brown colour.

2. It is very soft and compatible.

3. crystalline structure.

4. It is resistant to corrosion.

5. It can be easily welded in red heat condition.

6. It has high electrical and thermal conductivity.

7. Its melts at 1083. C.

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USES OF COPPER

1. used on electric wire and cable.

2. used on lighting conductor.

3. Copper plates are used for construction joints for water validation.

4. Copper pipes are used for

a)   Hot And Cold Water Supply,

b)  Gas Connections.

c)   Sanitary Connections.

5. It forms an important constituent of brass and bronze.

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