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During the time of Keweenaw copper mining it was used in making munitions, as a sheathing on wooden-hulled ships, for decorative building features and as a component in making bronze and brass alloys. Later copper became important for making electrical wiring and water piping. In addition to its past uses, copper is now an important component in computer chips.
