0
How does silver separate from other metals when you melt it down?
Wiki User
∙ 9y ago
It has a different melting point from the other metals. For example, the melting point of copper is about 200 degrees F higher than silver. So if you were to heat the object to approximately 1750 degrees F (estimate, look up the exact melting point before attempting), the silver will melt off of the copper. Do not attempt this, as it is quite dangerous. I am in no way responsible for any injury or loss incurred while attempting anything mentioned in my post.
Wiki User
∙ 9y ago
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
What metallic properties could be explained by the metallic bond model?
Scientists first laid down the basic constitution of a metal. Metals are composed of ions surrounded by electrons. Experimenting on the ion's bonding properties and its attraction to electrons generated the properties of metals.
What are metals made of?
metals like iron, copper, gold, silver and such cannot be broken down to simpler molecules. They are they're own molecules. If you mean what is their makeup, they're "made" of atoms. Most metals used by industries and people in general are compounds of different elements, which change (obviously) the composion of the metal, for different uses.
Melting points of alkali metals?
Alkali metals have relatively low melting points compared to the other metals. Their exact melting points depend on the element itself. But it would be useful to note that their melting points decreases down group I.
Where are the semi-metal found on the periodic table?
They are found between the metals and non-metals
Why do you recycle metals?
Metals can be melted down repeatedly without losing their strength or durability, which makes them ideal for recycling.
What are four metals that have the ability to be drawn down finer than a human hair?
Gold Silver Copper Platinum
How are magnets used to recycle metal?
They help separate magnetic metals such as iron and steel from non magnetic metals such as aluminium. Metals have to be melted down at different temperatures so it's essential the less dense metals are separated from 'heavier' metals. Using magnets is a way of doing this.
Why did the Spanish melt down the gold and silver artifacts from the conquest?
The Spanish melted down the gold and silver artifacts from the conquest to send the precious metals back to Spain for profit and to meet the high demand for precious metals in Europe. This process allowed them to extract the actual value of the materials.
How do you separate triangles into other triangles?
cut it down the middle
What type of coin has Gold on outside of coin and silver in the inside of coin?
Alot of coins from many countries are as you are describing, if the metals are actually gold and silver that narrows it down, Mexico has made some really nice dual-metal coins with precious metals. But must gold ans silver coins I have seen are bronze and aluminum.
How does reactivity work with the elements going down the groups for metals and non metals?
Reactivity increases down the group for metals. It decreases down the group for non-metals.
Does the zig - zag line on the periodic table separate the metals from the non metals?
There's no reason for it.It was built on the basis of increasing atomic number and then the similarities were observed. However you can say this is because of the presence of the metalloids present b/w them which form the zig-zag line.
What is the melt value of silver 1951 Australia George VI sixpence?
The Australian Sixpence from 1946 to 1963 was made from 50% silver, 40% copper, 5% zinc and 5% nickel and weighed 2.83 grams. A little more than half of the weight of the coin is silver, so you are looking at about 1.5 to 1.6 grams of silver at current bullion prices. It will cost you more than that to melt it down and separate the metals. If your coin is in good condition, a coin dealer might give you a few dollars for it.
What are Metals such as iron and nickel and cobalt?
All those metals are considered to be Earth Elements, or substances that can be found on Earth and are pure since they can not be broken down into any other substances.
What happens if the dwart hamster pins the other down for a long time?
If the hamsters don't begin getting along, separate them and keep them in separate cages.
What is used to smooth down metals?
A plug in sander is usually used to smooth down metals. When smoothing down metals, apply some oil to the metal after the sanding process is finished to add some shine.
How are magnets useful to us?
They help separate magnetic metals such as iron and steel from non magnetic metals such as aluminium. Metals have to be melted down at different temperatures so it's essential the less dense metals are separated from 'heavier' metals. Using magnets is a way of doing this.
