Physically, chemically and mechanically, aluminum is a metal similar to steel, brass, copper, zinc, lead or titanium. it can be melted, cast, formed and machined in a similar way to these metals and conducts electric currents. in fact, often the same equipment and fabrication methods are used as for steel.
light weight
corrosion resistance
electrical and thermal conductivity
reflectivity
ductility
strength at low temperatures
impermeable and odorless
non-magnetic
non-toxic
sound and shock absorption
non-sparking
recyclability