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a galvanized nail is a nail that has got a zinc anti detterent on it this prevents the rusting of the nail and is used for construction

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What is galvanized nail?

A galvanized nail is a COMMON NAIL covered in zinc. this aids it to rust


How do you know whether a nail is galvanized or not?

A galvanized nail will have a shiny, metallic coating on its surface, while a non-galvanized nail will have a dull, matte finish. You can also use a magnet - a galvanized nail will not be attracted to a magnet, while a non-galvanized nail will.


What metal coats a galvanized nail?

In galvanized steel, a thin coating of zinc is used to protect it from rust or corrosion.


What is a galvanized nail made of?

steel, but coated with zinc.


How can you melt a galvanized nail?

well galvanized metal is nothing more than zinc coated steel. Zinc melts at 787.1 F and steel melts at roughly 1200 F depending on the quality of the steel. So yes you can melt a galvanized nail.


After electroplating a nail what is the new chemical name on the nail?

Galvanized nails are used in roofing they stand up to weather better, no rusting.


What type of nail is used for roof shingles a large head nail a copper nail a small head nail or a 8 penny nail?

try using galvanized-- large head 1- 1/2 inch long


Where can you find a slogan for Zn?

Build a house weather won't despise.Use a nail and make it galvanized.


Will whiskey rust a nail?

It depends if the nail is galvanized (coated) or not. If it isn't, I doubt it because the alcohol is actually take away the rust, or at least cover it up.


Can coke dissolve a shank nail?

It is often stated that coke has enough acid to quickly dissolve a galvanized nail but in my science class I had a nail in coke for a complete school year and it had no effect other than to make it shiny.


Which type of nail would be best for a roof shingle?

Galvanized typically, although stainless steel would be hard to beat.


What are the use of nail?

They are mostly used in applications where they will be exposed to the elements outdoors. They are galvanized to prevent rust.