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MEDICINAL USE

Ever since ancient Egypt, metals have been used for their ability to kill germs and bacteria, one of them being copper.
In modern medicine, copper’s properties are being used to cover high-touch surfaces (railings, doorknobs, trays, and hospital beds) to halt the spread of bacteria and viruses in hospital environments.
Students at the Universidad Nacional de Ingeniería del Perú are testing the use of copper nanoparticles in cotton fabrics to keep bacteria from being absorbed by medical uniforms and to protect them better.

AGRICULTURAL USE

Plants need copper to complete their growth cycle, since it is present in the photosynthesis and nutrient absorption processes.
Copper and sulfur are among the few metals authorized for ecofriendly agricultural use, as a fertilizer and nutrient supplement in small doses.

TELECOMMUNICATIONS USE

Copper is an essential in this sector due to its conductive properties. Did you know your cell phone is made of 20% copper?
While technology is advancing ever closer to the elimination of cables, copper is present in digital systems that enable the use of wi-fi, fiber optics, and cable television.
Copper is used in new developments such as multiplexing, which makes it possible to transmit broader signals and high-quality data.

USE IN CONSTRUCTION

Do you know what material is contained in the pipes that carry water or gas to your home? What about the wires that enable you to turn lights on and off? That’s right, copper.
This metal is durable, resistant, and versatile. In alloys with the correct measures, it can transport water, air conditioning, gas, solar thermal power, etc.

USE IN TRANSPORTATION

Car engines and electrical systems are made with copper. But it can also be found in spaceships!
A plane may have up to 100 kilometers of copper wires installed, which are used for everything from the lighting systems to the control panel.
A rocket engine, the most powerful and resistant in existence due to the high temperatures it has to withstand to launch a shuttle from Earth, has copper in its components.

USE IN MUSIC

Do you like the sound of the trumpet in a traditional orchestra or the guitar in a cumbia tune? Well, there’s copper there, too! This metal has been used in music for thousands of years due to its ability to produce longer sound vibrations.
It can be found in wind and percussion instruments, guitar and violin strings, and other important instrument parts.
Even the silver-plated finish found on some instruments is made from an alloy of zinc, nickel, and copper, which offers high durability.

DOMESTIC USE

Did you realize that the key you use to open your front door is made from copper, as well as zinc and lead?
Copper doesn’t just transmit electricity; it’s also a popular choice for lamp bases and shades.
There are door handles, drawer handles, bathroom handrails, and other accessories around the home that contain copper.

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