Uses of the Elements in Our Daily Life
1.Hydrogen (H2)
-Used in the hydrogenation of unsaturatedoil to produce margarine.-Used in the manufacture of ammonia.
2.Aluminium (A1)-Used in the production of duralumin alloyfor use in the construction of aeroplanebodies.
3.Silicon (Si)-To make microchips
4.Sulphur (S)-To make matches, fireworks and for themanufacture of sulphuric acid
5.Chlorine (C12)-To kill germs in drinking water.
6.Iron (Fe)-Production of steel
7.Copper (Cu)-To make electrical wire,electricalmotor,dynamo and coins (cupronickel alloy)
8.Cobalt-60 (Co)-The gamma rays emitted from thisradioactive element is used to kill cancercells.