Zinc
is a chemical element that bears the symbol (Zn) in the periodic table of elements. It belongs to the group of non-precious metals. Pure zinc is silver-white in color while zinc (commercial) is a lustrous metal that is bluish-white in color. It is coated with a layer of oxide or carbonate and is a good conductor of electricity, it is hard in air, and quite brittle and brittle at room temperature. Zinc is used in the production of motor vehicle parts, in the production of household appliances, in the production of machines, as well as in electrical engineering. In the construction industry, large amounts of zinc are used to protect metals from corrosion.