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Nickel is the fifth most common element found on earth. It is
found in about 20 countries with known reserves estimated to last
around 100 years at present mining rates. The metal occurs as two
main deposits: sulphides that are found underground and laterites
that can be mined using open pit methods.
Nickel productNickel is a hard, ductile metal with high resistance to
corrosion and oxidation. Primary nickel is produced and used in the
form of ferronickel, nickel oxide and other chemicals, and as pure
nickel metal.
The main use for nickel is as an alloying metal along with
chromium and other metals, in the production of stainless and
heat-resisting steel. About 65% of all refined nickel produced is
used by the stainless steel sector.
It is also used to make corrosion-resistant alloys for use in
chemical plants and to make super-alloys that can withstand extreme
temperatures for industries such as aviation. It also has high-tech
electronic applications and is used as a substrate in chromium
plating.
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