What is Copper?
Copper is a chemical element with the symbol Cu and atomic number 29. It is a soft, malleable, and ductile metal with very high thermal and electrical conductivity.
A freshly exposed surface of pure copper has a pinkish-orange color.
Copper Prices In South Africa?
| Metal | Price (per kg) |
|---|---|
| Brass price | R94.48 per kg |
| Copper Bright & Shiny price | R133.43 per kg |
| Copper 1 price | R130.95 per kg |
| Copper price | R120.17 per kg |
What is copper and its uses?
Most copper is used in electrical equipment such as wiring and motors. This is because it conducts both heat and electricity very well, and can be drawn into wires.
It also has uses in construction (for example roofing and plumbing), and industrial machinery (such as heat exchangers).