The steel is dipped in molten zinc, often also with aluminium. Products include steel beams, roofs, poles, wires, nails, household appliances and car bodies, to name a few. Diecast objects Zinc mixed with small amounts of aluminium produces a very strong alloy. Many musical instruments are made from brass. Also decorative pieces, from light fittings to taps, and instruments for astronomy, surveying, navigation and other scientific purposes.
Batteries When alloyed with other metals, zinc becomes a good electrical conductor.
Health Humans and other animals need to ingest zinc for proper growth and healing of wounds to occur. Fruits, nuts, meat, oysters and other shellfish are good sources of zinc. In luminous dials on watches, TV screens and fluorescent lights. Other zinc compounds As a dissolving agent, to help prevent plastics from cracking, in surgical dressings, glues, and to preserve and fire-proof timber. The ores of zinc usually occur together with other ores.