### element | metal:

Zinc
* More zinc is found in the body than any other trace element except for iron.
* Most zinc helps muscles
  - is excreted via the liver into the intestine and feces
* Some zinc reacts with acid.
* absorbs infections, enabling echinacea and golden seal to increase the immune system.
* acts as the stimulator to the thyroid and immune system and copper as the suppressor.
* alleviates thermal hyperalgesia due to partial nerve injury.
* antimonide gray solid.
* blocks how much copper is absorbed and increases how much copper the body releases.
* boosts immunity and preserves vision.
* combined with copper makes brass.
* combines with other elements to form zinc compounds.
* competes for absorption with iron, calcium, and magnesium.
* containing oral rinses are helpful in the healing process.
* contributes to cell regeneration, sebum production in the scalp, and protein synthesis
  - prostate function, testosterone synthesis and activity, and sperm development
* depletes potassium and cadmium depletes magnesium.
* die cast faucets can have a limited cycle life in a high traffic or vandal prone environment.
* governs the enzyme systems and development of cells.
* has quality.
* helps form protein in the body
* improves bladder function also and evening primrose oil hormone balancer.
* includes atoms.
* increases both sperm count and sperm motility.
* interferes with copper absorption
  - the absorption of calcium supplements
* iodide colorless solid.
* is chemical elements
  - metallic elements
  - transition metal
* looks similar to stainless steel but shows dents and stains with use.
* lowers the melting temperature.
* phosphide breaks down and washes off in damp weather
  - containing bait pellets are available to homeowners in small amounts
* phosphide is also available in a pellet form
  - available in formulated pellets or treated grain
  - highly to extremely toxic to both mammals and birds
  - labeled as a restricted-use pesticide
* phosphide is the most commonly used toxicant for vole control
  - only bait registered for prairie dog control in New Mexico
  - toxicant most frequently used
  - used mainly to control field rodents
  - mineral-based pesticide made from the elements zinc and phosphorus
  - requires only one feeding to be lethal
  - slow-acting toxicant that can be absorbed in small amounts through human skin
* potentiates antiseptic agents and is critical to the maintenance of a healthy immune system.
* precipitates onto zinc hydroxide crystals.
* reacts with both acids and alkalis
  - hydrochloric acid
  - oxygen to form a very thin, hard layer of zinc oxide
* reduces joint swelling, pain and stiffness.
* stimulates growth
  - hair growth
  - the immune system and acts as an antioxidant
* strengthens the immune system as well.
* targets the pancreas and appears to cause damage resulting in elevated amylase levels.
* works with vitamin D to ensure proper calcium absorption into bone tissue.
+ Zinc antimonide, Properties: Zinc compounds :: Antimony compounds
  * Zinc antimonide is a gray solid. Its properties are between an alloy and a salt. It reacts with water to make stibine. It is a reducing agent. It is a semiconductor
  - iodide, Properties: Zinc compounds :: Iodine compounds
  * Zinc iodide is a colorless solid. It dissolves in water. It reacts with bases to make zinc hydroxide. It is a reducing agent. When it is oxidized it makes iodine

### element | metal | zinc:

Excess zinc
* can cause a calcium deficiency
  - worsen liver conditions where copper is poorly absorbed
* is suspect in liver disease
  - toxic to plants, although zinc toxicity is far less widespread

Metallic zinc
* has many uses in industry.
* is also mixed with other metals to form alloys such as brass and bronze.

Pure zinc
* bluish-silver and ductile metal with a low melting and boiling point.
* bluish-white shiny metal.