Uses of Thallium and Copper
Uses & Benefits
- Thallium is a toxic metal and hence it has limited uses. Thallium metal is mostly used for producing photoelectric cells.
- In thermometer’s mercury alloy has 8% of thallium, as it has a melting point lower than 20°C.
- It is use for coinage and bullion.
- Most of copper element is used in manufacturing electrical and electronic equipments such as wirings and components. It is also used in construction and industrial machine.
Industrial Uses
Chemical Industry
Chemical Industry, Electronic Industry
Medical Uses
Medical Research
NA
Other Uses
Alloys
Alloys, Coinage, Jewellery
Toxicity
Highly Toxic
Non Toxic
Present in Human Body
Yes
Yes