Silver is useful in the manufacture of chemical equipment on account of its low chemical reactivity, high thermal conductivity, and being easily workable. Silver crucibles (alloyed with 0.15% nickel to avoid recrystallisation of the metal at red heat) are used for carrying out alkaline fusion.
Santa Ana is located in Southern California, adjacent to the Santa Ana River, about 10 miles (16 km) away from the California coast. Founded in 1869, the city is part of the Greater Los Angeles Area, the second largest metropolitan area in the United States with almost 18 million residents in 2010.
Driving distance from Santa Barbara, CA to Santa Ana, CA. The total driving distance from Santa Barbara, CA to Santa Ana, CA is 127 miles or 204 kilometers. Your trip begins in Santa Barbara, California. It ends in Santa Ana, California. If you are planning a road trip, you might also want to calculate the total driving time from Santa Barbara, CA to Santa Ana, CA so you can see when you'll arrive at your destination.