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Copper is the 26th most abundant element in the Earth's crust. People have been
smelting copper ore to make ornaments, tools and weapons for thousands of years.
According to the Copper Development Association, the average American
single-family house contains 439 pounds of copper in wiring, plumbing,
appliances and hardware.
Joseph's Element Collection
(left)
Vial sample
Form: Cut pieces of copper foil
Quantity: ~0.5g
Supplier: Mr. Smith (9th Grade Chemistry teacher)
(right)
Joseph bought this piece of copper at a rock shop in
Virginia City, Nevada.References:
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