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Can zinc not be used to make electrical wires?

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It could be used, but its properties aren't that ideal for the purpose. Its electrical conductivity isn't great, and the metal's poor ductility and fatigue strength make it hard to fabricate into durable wires. read more

Its electrical conductivity isn’t great, and the metal’s poor ductility and fatigue strength make it hard to fabricate into durable wires. Copper or even aluminum are better, which is why they are used. read more

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