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Au
Gold
Atomic Z: 79 · Mass A: 197
Proton (p⁺)
Neutron (n⁰)
Electron (e⁻)
Au
Gold
Z = 79
Mass A = 197 u · Transition Metal
Protons (p⁺)
79 Neutrons (n⁰)
118 Electrons (e⁻)
79 Orbit Velocity1.0x
Orbit Rings
Nucleus Glow
Select Element (29)
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!
Practical Applications
Electronics Connectors
Jewelry & Currency
Space Radiation Shielding
Nanomedicine
Discovered By: AntiquityYear: Prehistoric