AU GOLD

ATOMIC STRUCTURE

• Atomic #:79
• Atomic mass:196.967
• Protons:79
• Neutrons:118
• Electrons:79

GOLD HISTORY

• Symbol Au
• Origin of name from the Anglo-Saxon word "gold"
• Date of Discovery: circa 3000 BC
• Discoverer: Unknown

GOLD PROPERTIES

• Melting point 1064.43 °C
• Boiling point 2807.0 °C
• Normal phase Cubic
• Classification transitional metals

GOLD FACTS

• Gold is a chemical element. Its chemical symbol is Au and its atomic number is 79.
• Obtained from crust of the earth, copper ores
• Compared to other metals, gold is less chemically reactive.

FACTS

• Gold is a good conductor of electricity and heat.
• Gold is the most popular precious metal for investments
• Uses electronics, jewelry, coins

AD SLOGAN

• "Everything feels different with gold".

WORKS CITED

• http://www.sciencekids.co.nz/sciencefacts/metals/gold.html