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=Gold- The 79th element=

===Gold is the 79th element on the periodic table. It's symbol is Au. It has an atomic mass of 196.96655 amu. It has 79 protons, 79 electrons, and 108 neutrons in it's most stable isotope. It is classified as a transition metal on the periodic table. Gold is used as currency, in jewelry, coins, electronics, and many other things. Gold has 7 isotopes with the only stable isotope being the isotope with 197 neutrons. Gold is one of the most precious and desired elements for it's monetary value, wide range of uses, and long history behind it.=== ===Gold has a high monetary value put on it from people all over the world. Many people across the globe look at it as the ultimate form of currency. Currently in the United Stated one gram of gold is worth $48.29. It is the only currency that will be accepted around the world for monetary value. Gold prices have gone up over the past few years and will continue to go up. Gold is considered the ultimate form of monetary value, this is why governments stock pile gold for money to pay with.=== ===Gold is used in many things around the world, it is highly sought after for this reason. Gold is used mainly in jewelry, but is usually combined with other elements because pure gold is very soft and easy to break or mess up by accident. Gold is also used in many electronic devices such as televisions, cell phones, GPS, etc. The amount of gold in these devices is very small but they are usually used to conduct electricity because it is a very good conductor, doesn't rust, and is highly reliable. Gold is also used in some medicine practices, dentistry, and in making awards such as olympic medals. Gold is very widely used and will continue to be used and usage rates will grow up the more we realize that it is the only thing that will work in some situations.=== ===Gold has a very long history of uses in the world. Gold was used as currency for the longest time all over the world. Gold is looked at as currency because it has been desired throughout all of history. Gold used to be kept in banks as backup for money. Gold also has a long history of battle starting. The Spanish attacked the Incas and Aztecs because they wanted their land and their gold. Gold has continued to be important in shaping history. Gold has always been important in history and will continue to be important.=== ===Gold has been important in the history of the development of the world. It's wide range of uses from medicine to currency make it highly desirable and highly sought after. Gold's high monetary value also makes gold very valuable. Gold is amazing in it's many uses and amazing properties. Gold will always be one of the most precious things in the world.===

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