Write An Essay About Copper

Introduction

The metal that I have decided to investigate is copper.This is because copper is a very versatile,in terms of properties and uses in our everyday lives.From construction pipes to electrical cables,there’s no limit to what copper can’t be used for.Fortunately Australia is resource rich in copper,as being the second largest exporter in the world.However these do come at a price,as copper can have environmental impacts and can cause irreversible damage.In this report,the properties and method of extraction will be discussed,as well as the benefits of this element.

Properties

Here below are the following properties for copper and what the application of copper is related to the property

Properties

What’s the application of the

Copper is one of Australia's top ten commodities, worth approximately $6 billion a year. Copper is an important metal widely used in electrical applications, plumbing and other building applications, as well as in metal alloys because of its high thermal and electrical conductivity and ability to be bent into wires.

Australia is estimated to have about 13%of the world's economic resources of copper, the second largest after Chile. Almost 75% of Australia's copper is mined near South Australia, predominantly in the giant Olympic Dam deposit.

Copper is also involved in the making industrial equipment, such as heat exchangers, pressure vessels and vats, due to its ability to conduct electricity and withstand extreme environments.

All major forms of transportation rely on copper such as the hulls of boats and ships to reduce drag and manage fuel consumption.

Cars and trucks rely on copper motors, wiring, radiators, and more; the average automobile contains two kilometres worth of copper and alloy cables, while in cars can vary from 20 kg for smaller cars,and 45 kg for luxury and hybrid vehicles. Environmental issues of