2007-09-30 05:34:28 · 3 answers · asked by ? 5 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry
Since a large proportion of the lead mined and recycled is sold to the automotive industry for batteries.
One recent new application for lead is a lead-fiberglass laminate. Lead sheeting can be laminated between gypsum and fiberglass, forming a superior duct material that helps isolate noise.
The lead industry is researching canisters made of titanium with an inner layer of lead or lead and plastic, contending that a one-inch layer of lead could add 880 years to the life of a properly buried container.
2007-10-03 05:15:38 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lead based paints are still used on the bottoms of ships.
Pewter has a high lead content, but I don't know if you's call that an industrial use.
Lead acetate is used as an astringent.
2007-09-30 05:43:05 · answer #2 · answered by nursesr4evr 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
One is in the paint industry and the other is for protection from radiation.
2007-09-30 05:38:34 · answer #3 · answered by TAPAN 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋