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Gold is one of the least abundant metals found on earth. The scarcity element of gold is what makes it a valuable mineral.
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Why are pure metals not minerals?
If by pure, we are referring to native metals composed of one element, like silver, gold, and copper, then they are minerals.
What are the most abundant minerals in the Philippines?
I think gold is the most abundant mineral in the Philippines The Philippines considered as one of the countries most endowed with metallic resources in the world, ranks in the top 6 for gold, nickel, copper and chromite and has the potential to be top 10 largest mining power in the world.
Is bronze worth more than gold?
No. Bronze is an alloy of copper and tin - neither of which are classed as 'precious metals'.
Elements which are malleable?
The most malleable elements are the metals gold (number one) and aluminium.
What is the least abundant of the eight rock-forming elements that make up most of the continental crust?
The 3 least abundant elements are Francium (Fr), Astatine (At),and Plutonium (Pu). Francium and Astatine come from the decay of Thorium (Th) and Uranium (U), are much more abundant. At any one time in the entire earth's crust there is only 30 grams of Francium and 25 grams of Astatine. Plutonium is only found in Uranium minerals. The amount of Plutonium is microscopic. Here are the 3 least abundant elements. Lowest 3. 89. Francium 90. Astatine 91. Plutonium
Atomic number for Au?
The atomic number for Au or gold is 79. Gold is one of the most precious metals on earth. It is actually quite abundant in nature.
Is gold dangerous or toxic?
No. Gold is one of the least reactive metals and is so safe that for decades it was used as a dental filling.
Is gold one of the most expensive metals?
Yes, gold is one of the more expensive metals.
How many gold metals has Canada won?
93 gold metals...People...ohh ya and i one one of them :)
Is the value of a 1904 20 dollar gold piece at least 600 dollars?
The value of any coin is at least the "melt value," which would be the value of the component metals. As of December, 2006, the value of one ounce of gold is well over $600. The $20 gold piece in the US has always contained one ounce of 24K gold; the coin itself weighs more, as the ounce of gold is alloyed with other metals.
What are metals good conductors of?
gold is one of the best and some very expensive cables are tipped with gold and copper is very good, almost every metal is at least an okay conductor
What is less reactive than alkali metals?
Gold. Titanium. Helium. Neon. Argon. Depends on the chemistry you involve it with.
What are some malleable or ductile metals?
Gold is one
What is one example of alkali earth metals?
gold
Why was gold one of the first metals used by humans?
because it is!
What important characteristics do the alkali metals and earth metals have in common?
They all have at least one electron.
How many gold metals did shaun white get?
Shaun White has two gold medals one in 2006 and one this year.
