Facts about the
Definition of the Element Gold
The Element Gold is defined as...
A soft, yellow, corrosion-resistant element, the most malleable
and ductile metal, occurring in veins and alluvial deposits and
recovered by mining or by panning or sluicing. A good thermal and
electrical conductor, gold is generally alloyed to increase its
strength, and it is used as an international monetary standard, in
jewelry, for decoration, and as a plated coating on a wide variety
of electrical and mechanical components. The most common uses of Gold are
in Currency, Coinage, Jewellery, Tableware, Dental alloys and
Electronics
Interesting Facts
about the Origin and Meaning of the element name Gold
What are the origins of the word Gold ?
The name originates from the Old English Anglo-Saxon word 'geolo'
meaning yellow. The Symbol Origin is from the Latin word 'aurum'
meaning gold. Argentina was named for this precious metal.
Facts about the
Classification of the Element Gold
Gold is classified as a "Transition Metal" which are located in
Groups 3 - 12 of the Periodic Table. An Element classified as a
Transition Metals is ductile, malleable, and able to conduct
electricity and heat.
Brief Facts about the
Discovery and History of the Element Gold Gold was discovered in Ancient
times and used by the ancient South Americans, Asians, Egyptians,
Greeks, Romans and Chinese. It is mentioned in the Bible. Gold is
measured by troy weight and by gram. The term 'carat' meaning
purity is used to indicate the amount of gold present, with 24
carats being pure gold and lower ratings proportionally less.
Occurrence of the
element Gold in
the Atmosphere
Obtained from the crust of the earth
Hydrothermal ore deposits of gold occur in metamorphic rocks and
igneous rocks
Found as the native metal occasionally as large nuggets
Copper ores
Common Uses of Gold
Precious metal
Currency
Coinage
Jewelry
Tableware
Dental alloys
Electronics
The Properties of the Element Gold
Name of Element : Gold
Symbol of Element : Au
Atomic Number of Gold : 79
Atomic Mass: 196.96655 amu
Melting Point: 1064.43 °C - 1337.5801 °K
Boiling Point: 2807.0 °C - 3080.15 °K
Number of Protons/Electrons in Gold : 79
Number of Neutrons in Gold : 118
Crystal Structure: Cubic
Density @ 293 K: 19.32 g/cm3
Color of Gold : Soft yellow
The element Gold and the Periodic Table
Find out more facts about Gold on the Periodic Table which
arranges every chemical element according to its atomic number, as
based on the periodic law, so that chemical elements with similar
properties are in the same column. Our Periodic Table is simple to
use - just click on the symbol for Gold for additional facts and
info and for an instant comparison of the Atomic Weight, Melting
Point, Boiling Point and Mass - G/cc of Gold with any other
element. An invaluable source for more interesting facts and
information about the Gold element and as a Chemistry reference
guide.
Facts and Info about
the element Argon - IUPAC and the Modern Standardised Periodic Table
The Standardised Periodic Table in use today was agreed by the
International Union of Pure Applied Chemistry, IUPAC, in 1985
which includes the Gold element. The famous Russian Scientist,
Dimitri Mendeleev, perceived the correct classification method of
"the periodic table" for the 65 elements which were known in his
time. The Standardised Periodic Table now recognises more periods
and elements than Dimitri Mendeleev knew in his day but still all
fitting into his concept of the "Periodic Table" in which
Gold is
just one element that can be found.
