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in egypt almost as soon as copper was found. the use of copper in ancient china dates to at least b.c.e. by b.c.e., excellent bronzes were being made in china. note that these dates are affected by wars and conquests, as copper is easily melted down and reused. in europe, oetzi the iceman, a well-preserved
tin, and other elements (such as aluminum, manganese, or silicon) are used in making bells, cymbals, sculptures, and industrial components. copper compounds (such as fehling's solution) have applications in chemistry. as a lining for parts of ships to protect against the buildup of barnacles and mussels...
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