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Gold by Aaron Butters

Atomic Number: 79 Atomic Weight: 196.966569 Melting Point: 1337.33 K (1064.18°C or 1947.52°F) Boiling Point: 3129 K (2856°C or 5173°F) Density: 19.282 grams per cubic centimeter Phase at Room Temperature: Solid Element Classification: Metal

Gold's name: originates from the Sanskrit word "jval" and the Anglo-Saxon "gold" Route of chemical symbol: from the latin word Aurum

Estimated Crustal Abundance: 4×10-3 milligrams per kilogram Estimated Oceanic Abundance: 4×10-6 milligrams per liter Number of Stable Isotopes: 1 Ionization Energy: 9.226 eV Oxidation States: +3, +1 Electron Shell Configuration: 1s2 2s2 2p6 3s2 3p6 3d10 4s2 4p6 4d10 4f14 5s2 5p6 5d10 6sp Does not tarnish Will only dissolve when exposed to Aqua Regia, sodium cyanide, or potassium cyanide

 Gold is one of the most precious objects known to man. Gold has been loved and fought for since its discovery several thousands of years ago. In modern times, gold is loved and appreciated for several reasons. One reason why gold is loved so much today is because it is beautiful and is used in important jewelry. Furthermore, gold is very loved because gold is worth an incredible amount of money and is a great source of wealth. Finally, gold is appreciated because of its influence on history. Gold is a very fascinating and important object.

 One reason why gold is loved greatly is because gold is beautiful, and it is used in jewelry. Gold is a very beautiful object. Gold is known for its incredible luster and is also beautiful because of its unique color. Gold is a metallic-yellow color, which is unusual when compared to the colors of other elements. Gold is also used in jewelry. In today’s jewelry industry a form of gold is used in wedding bands and innumerable other items of jewelry. Gold is smithed into beautiful shapes by today’s smiths. Gold is a vital element in the current jewelry industry. Finally, gold is used in several jewelry items that have high levels of sentimental value. Family heirlooms are commonly known to be made of or involve gold. Gold is very durable and lasts for extended periods of time, and the utilization of gold in heirlooms adds to the value of the object in nearly every prospect. Gold is very beautiful and is used in jewelry.

 Gold is also a very loved element because of its monetary value. Gold has constantly been reaching new heights in value. The value of gold changes daily and is constantly rising. The current price of gold in the United States is currently roughly 42628.67 dollars per kilogram. Furthermore, gold is used by the United States government as a representation of money. The government holds an incredible amount of gold, 261.7 million fine troy ounces in total. The United States guards all of its gold in various locations throughout the nation and is heavily guarded by a special police force. Finally, gold is monetarily useful because of the current opportunities to sell gold in the global market. Most Americans are within a short distance of a store dedicated specifically to buying and selling unwanted gold. If a person has any destroyed pieces of jewelry, the remainder of the jewelry can be sold for a satisfactory price. Gold is loved for its monetary value.

 Gold is also appreciated for its influence in history. Gold has shaped the world around us and has played a role in several occurrences that we see today. Gold was at first very impressive to the humans of ancient times, and evidence has shown gold being smelted as early as 3,600 B.C. Egyptians used fire-resistant clay and blow pipes to separate the metals in the metallic concoction. Archaeologist have found golden jewelry from times as early as 2,600 B.C., made by goldsmiths from Mesopotamia. In the years before Christ, people such as the Egyptians made contributions to the way to prepare and purify gold, and also to make monuments well known by man that heavily involve gold. By 546 B.C., the first gold currency was made. Furthermore, gold was very important in the years after the presence of Jesus Christ. In the medieval times, records show that practices such as alchemy were very important. Alchemy, the predecessor to chemistry, was the study of elements to ultimately find a way to produce gold. In alchemy, people believed that gold was the final and greatest of elements, and that all elements in existence were evolving constantly and would eventually turn into gold. Several people in the medieval times took an interest in the practice of alchemy. Finally, gold remained a very popular resource in modern history. In modern history, it is known that Spaniards were highly motivated to receive gold and glory during their explorations of the New World. During the conquest of the Aztecs and the Inca, incredible sums of money were received. Also, the Spaniards went on several conquests to locate legendary locations such as the Fountain of Youth or the Seven Lost Cities of Cibola. The seven lost cities were thought to be made entirely out of gold. Several other things, such as the California Gold Rush beginning in 1849, occurred. Gold caused several people to relocate and dominate the Western United States. Gold’s effect on history is very interesting.

 Gold is a very fascinating element that is one of the most pursued objects by man. Wars have been fought over this precious resource. Gold is important for several reasons. One way gold is important is because gold is used in jewelry. Gold is also important because it has a high monetary value. Finally, gold is important because of its influence on history. Gold is a fascinating and important element.

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