Lead is a heavy metal mainly extracted from galena ore. It’s used in batteries and shielding, but due to its toxicity, mining and processing aim to reduce health and environmental risks.
Beneficial in applications requiring weight, stability, and shielding from radiation.
Materials with high corrosion resistance last longer and require less maintenance.
Useful in soldering, casting, and alloying, where lower temperature are advantageous.
Lead is a critical component in lead-acid batteries, widely used in automobiles and backup power systems. Its properties also make it ideal for protective shielding in medical and dental X-ray equipment, as well as in nuclear reactors.