"Copper was one of the first metals humans learned to work with, and now it's an important component of electronic technology. This . . . text explores the ins and outs of this . . . element. As well as wires, people use copper to make jewelry, cookware, and statues. The Statue of Liberty sports her iconic green color thanks to copper. The metal is even needed by the human body"--Provided by publisher.
Presents the properties of various metals, including alkali metals, alkaline-earth metals, tin, lead, transition metals and metalloids, discussing their uses and more.
