Copper (29)

  1. It occurs as native Copper ore in minerals such as:
  2. Copper Sulfides Chalcopyrite (CuFeS2); Chalcocite (Cu2S)
  3. Copper carbonates Azurite & Malachite
  4. Copper (I) Oxide mineral cuprite.
  5. It is a ductile metal with very high thermal & electrical conductivity.
  6. Pure copper is soft & malleable.
  7. The alloy of 90% copper & 10% Nickel is remarkable for its resistance to corrosion & is used in various parts that are exposed to seawater.
  8. Copper with Aluminium (about 7%) have pleasant golden color.
  9. Copper are used in Electrical Wires (60%), roofing & plumbing (20%), and Industrial Machinery (15%).
  10. Copper plating & copper sheathing was widespread.
  11. Roofs, flashing, rain gutters, downspouts, domes, spires, vaults & door.
  12. Used also Radio Frequency Shielding & antibacterial.