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Silver tarnish is silver that has reacted with the air to form Silver Oxide, AgO, under certain conditions, and it is black in color. Silver Nitrate, AgNO3, has been used to develop photographic pictures, years ago. Now it has been replaced with other chemicals. In the old days, a Photographer who used to develop pictures, when done, would go outside into the sunlight and his arms would instantly turn black. You've probably seen old pictures of this.
There are cleaners out there that will remove the tarnish, though the silver may never look the same as it did. For this reason, cleaning collectible silver coins will instantly cause their value to diminish or even become worthless - the color of the silver has changed, there is minute scratches on the surface of the coin, and Coin Dealers don't like them - the coin has lost its eye appeal.
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What is a silver white metal that does not tarnish?
Silver is a silver-white metal that does not tarnish easily due to its resistance to corrosion.
Does pure silver tarnish?
Pure silver can tarnish but not as easily as Sterling Silver.
What is the rust of silver called?
The "rust" of silver is tarnish. If you want to get technical, only iron truly rusts.
Does sterling silver tarnish?
Yes, sterling silver can tarnish over time due to exposure to air and moisture. Tarnish is a natural process that occurs as the silver reacts with sulfur in the air. Regular cleaning and proper storage can help minimize tarnishing.
What happens when silver is exposed to air?
Silver reacts with sulfur compounds in the air to form a black tarnish layer called silver sulfide. This tarnish layer can be easily wiped off with a polishing cloth or a chemical cleaner to restore the silver's shine.
What is difference between oxidized silver and sterling silver?
Oxidized silver is not necessarily sterling silver but sterling silver can be oxidized. Oxidation is a finish on silver, otherwise known as tarnish. Sterling silver can tarnish and silver plate can tarnish, too.
What is a silver white metal that does not tarnish?
Silver is a silver-white metal that does not tarnish easily due to its resistance to corrosion.
What part of speech is it in the sentence silver will tarnish if it is not polished often?
The word "tarnish" in the sentence "the silver will tarnish if it is not polished often" is a verb. It is describing the action of the silver in the sentence.
Does pure silver tarnish?
Pure silver can tarnish but not as easily as Sterling Silver.
What element is shiny but will tarnish after the air hits it awile?
Silver. The purer the silver the more rapidly it will tarnish.
Will silver tarnish?
Yes.
Is a silver tarnish a physical or chemical change?
It is a chemical change. Oxygen from the air combined chemically with the silver to form silver oxide- that is the tarnish.
What part of speech is polish in the sentence silver will tarnish if it is not polished often?
The word "tarnish" in the sentence "the silver will tarnish if it is not polished often" is a verb. It is describing the action of the silver in the sentence.
What is to silver as rust is to iron?
Tarnish is to silver as rust is to iron. Tarnish is a layer of corrosion that forms on silver when it reacts with sulfur-containing compounds, while rust is the result of iron reacting with oxygen and moisture.
What is the rust of silver called?
The "rust" of silver is tarnish. If you want to get technical, only iron truly rusts.
Shiny but won't tarnish?
gold won't tarnish =] silver will hope this helps =]
Is oxidation and tarnish the same thing?
Tarnish is the oxidation of silver, so yes.
