O LevelChemistryCambridge (CIE)Revision Notes9. Metals9.2 Uses of MetalsUses of Metals

Uses of Metals (Cambridge (CIE) O Level Chemistry): Revision Note

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Updated on 13 October 2026

Uses of Metals

Uses of Aluminium

Use	Most important property
Aeroplane bodies	High strength-to-weight ratio Low density
Overhead power cables	Good electrical conductor Low density
Saucepans	Good thermal conductor
Food cans	Non-toxic Resistant to corrosion and acidic food stuffs
Window frames	Resistant to corrosion

Uses of Copper

Use	Most important property
Electrical wires	Good electrical conductor Malleable / ductile
Water pipes	Easy to work with and bend Non-toxic Unreactive (with water)

Use

Most important property

Electrical wires

Good electrical conductor

Malleable / ductile

Water pipes

Easy to work with and bend

Non-toxic

Unreactive (with water)

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