Uses of Zirconium and Mercury
Uses
Uses & Benefits
- As this metal does not absorb neutrons; It is used in nuclear power stations.
- Its oxide is used in ultra strong ceramics. It is also used in manufacturing Crucibles.
- It is a liquid metal at room temperature, but it is a toxic heavy metal and hence many uses of mercury are under review or phased out.
- It is manly used as a catalysts in chemical industry.
Industrial Uses
Aerospace Industry, Ammunition Industry
Electrical Industry, Electronic Industry
Medical Uses
NA
Dentistry
Other Uses
Alloys, Nuclear Research, Research Purposes
Alloys, Mirror Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical Industry
Biological Properties
Toxicity
NA
Highly Toxic
Present in Human Body
Yes
Yes
In Blood
0.01 Blood/mg dm-3
21
0.01 Blood/mg dm-3
23
In Bone
0.10 p.p.m.
23
0.45 p.p.m.
19
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