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Gold or silicon may be the metal most popular for use in electronic circuits. Gold because it does not corrode in the atmosphere and silicon because it is used to make semi-conductors.

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A lot of gold is used for fine wires and contacts... Silver and copper quickly oxidise (also called "tarnish") if exposed to the atmosphere so are not used as much despite their very good conductivity which is almost as good as gold.

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