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Au

Gold

Atomic Z: 79 · Mass A: 197

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Au

Gold

Z = 79

Mass A = 197 u · Transition Metal

Protons (p⁺)
79
Neutrons (n⁰)
118
Electrons (e⁻)
79
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Scientific Summary

Heavy noble transition metal revered for its golden luster, unreactivity, and extreme malleability.

Did You Know?

All the gold on Earth was created during collisions of giant neutron stars billions of years ago!

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Discovered By: AntiquityYear: Prehistoric