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Zinc is an element in the Periodic Table. It is made of 30 Protons and 35 Neutrons. Its most abundant isotope is Zn+2. Zinc is often used to coat metals such as steel to prevent oxidization (think of a metal watering can). Zinc is also used in Brass and Bronze.

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