2. Jewelry- Platinum jewelry retains brightness, resists corrosion, and is
heavier than jewelry made from other precious metals.
-Engagement Rings -Earrings
-Necklaces -Bracelets
-Watches
3. Wire - Platinum based wire is very strong, and is typically used in situations where any other
metal might corrode and become weak and unreliable.
4. Electrical Contacts – Mixed with other metals like silver, gold, and
copper to reduces sparking when in use.
5. Glass-Platinum is used in the glass industry for optical fibers and liquid crystal
display glass. (Common in laptops)
Liquid Crystal Displays
Optical Fibers
6. Laboratory Vessels-Platinum does not corrode and is not very reactive
with many chemicals, so it makes a reliable material to use in labs to transport various
chemicals.
Surgical Instruments- Tools like these need to be strong,
durable and sanitized often. If made with platinum, they will
remain looking new and can be safely cleaned.
7. Catalyst (Several Examples)
Hand Warmers- Made
by using Platinum to
convert methyl alcohol
vapors into glowing red
hot formaldehyde on
contact.
Catalytic Converter- Found in
the exhaust systems of many
vehicles. Combines unused fuel,
carbon dioxide, and oxygen to
form carbon dioxide and water.
-Pt is used many ways similar to
this process
8. In general, Platinum is used in the production of many merchandises to
make them stronger, glossier, and increase their value. It is also very
commonly used as an autocatalyst and fuel cells in vehicles. This will be
a very important use of Platinum in the near future due to the increase
of pollution.
