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Firstly gold is a soft metal so alloying it makes it stronger and increases the time it takes to wear out. Secondly it is cheaper as you can double the "amount of gold" by using half the gold per ring or necklace and having half of the other metal (cobalt, silver, copper, zinc, palladium or nickel are common) thus increasing the profit.
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What does NR mean on a gold bracelet?
NR on a gold bracelet likely stands for "not real" or "not gold." This indicates that the bracelet is not made of real gold but may be gold-plated or made of a different material.
What material or substance makes gold?
Gold, just gold - as it is an element (symbol Au). Most gold jewelry is really made of an alloy of gold, which means it contains gold and also other metals which lower the cost and provide increased durability, decreased malleability, etc. Atoms of gold are made of protons, neutrons, and electrons... just like atoms of any other element.
Is gold a compoud?
No, gold is an element, not a compound. It is a pure substance made up of only gold atoms.
What is the name of World's largest object made of gold?
The largest object made of gold is the "Gold Museum" in Bogota, Colombia. This museum houses an extensive collection of gold artifacts from pre-Columbian civilizations in Colombia.
Is it true that there is gold in copper sheet?
A copper sheet is made of... surprise... copper. No gold.
What chemicals is gold made of?
Gold is made of one chemical: gold
How is a gold crayon made?
its made with gold wax
Is your toilet made of gold?
No, it is not.
What are gold bullion bars made of?
if the gold is green, then its made from vegetable bullion.if the gold is brown, then its made from beef bullion.if the gold is yellow, then its made from chicken bullion.
Where does gold get made?
Gold is not made it is a mineral so it is mined.
Is the golden gate bridge made of gold?
No, it is not made of real gold. It is made of steel.
What can gold be made out of?
Gold can only be made out of gold, and nothing more. If gold were to be made out of something else, it wouldn't be gold anymore.
How is a gold medal made?
gold
What products are made from gold?
the products that are made from gold are jewelry and medicine.
What are Pokemon Gold cards made of?
They are made of metal and gold plated.
Are cents made of GOLD?
yes old cents are made out of gold
Is the gold cup made out of gold?
It is usually coated with gold but there are certain cups that are made up of gold and this depends how prestigious the cup is.
