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silver on the periodic table. what is its position and what does it mean??????

Discovery date approx 3000BC Discovered by - Origin of the name The name is derived from the Anglo-Saxon name, 'siolfur'. Allotropes Ag Silver 47 107.868 Fact box Group 11 Melting point 961.78°C, 1763.2°F, 1234.93 K Period 5 Boiling point 2162°C, 3924°F, 2435 K Block d Density (g cm−3) 10.5 Atomic number 47 Relative atomic mass 107.868 State at 20°C Solid Key isotopes 107Ag Electron configuration [Kr] 4d105s1 CAS number 7440-22-4

Is silver a metal or a non metal?

Silver is a very ductile, malleable (slightly less so than gold), univalent coinage metal, with a brilliant white metallic luster that can take a high degree of polish.

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Silver, the white metal, has an illustrious reputation for its use in jewelry and coins, but today, silver's primary use is industrial. Whether in cell phones or solar panels, new innovations are constantly emerging to take advantage of silver's unique properties.

What is the Latin word for silver?

The chemical symbol Ag is from the Latin word for "silver", argentum (compare Greek άργυρος, árgyros), from the Indo-European root *arg-, meaning "white" or "shining".

How the silver is made?

The metal occurs naturally in its pure, free form (native silver), as an alloy with gold and other metals, and in minerals such as argentite and chlorargyrite. Most silver is produced as a byproduct of copper, gold, lead, and zinc refining.

Uses of Silver

Uses of Silver in Jewelry and Silverware. Jewelry and silverware are two other traditional uses of silver. Malleability, reflectivity, and luster make silver a beautiful choice. Because it is so soft, silver must be alloyed with base metals, like copper, as in the case of sterling silver (92.5% silver, 7.5% copper).

What are the Chemical Properties of Silver?

What are the Chemical Properties of Silver? Chemical Formula Ag Reactivity Silver does not react with O2, N2, or H2 at normal temperatures Oxidation A thin film on the surface of silver as a result of oxygen absorption that increases with temperature and pressure Compounds Silver forms complex compounds, most of which are soluble in water Cyanidation The extraction from ores requires cyanidation—the dissolution of silver in an alkaline solution of sodium cyanide with an inlet for air

physical properties of silver http://www.elementalmatter.info/silver-properties.htm

What are the Physical Properties of Silver? The Physical properties of Silver are the characteristics that can be observed without changing the substance into another substance. Physical properties are usually those that can be observed using our senses such as color, luster, freezing point, boiling point, melting point, density, hardness and odor. The Physical Properties of Silver are as follows: What are the Physical Properties of Silver? Color White Luster Lustrous shine and is capable of a high degree of polish Ductility It can be beaten into extremely thin sheets Malleability Capable of being shaped or bent Conductivity Excellent electrical and heat conductor. It has the highest electrical and thermal conductivity of any metal Solubility Solubility (ability to be dissolved) Hardness A relatively soft metal Density It is a dense metal

What is silver?

What is the definition of Silver? It is a lustrous white, ductile, malleable metallic element, occurring both un-combined and in ores such as argentite, having the highest thermal and electrical conductivity of the metals.. The Physical and Chemical Properties are the characteristics of a substance, like Silver, which distinguishes it from any other substance. Most common substances exist as States of Matter as solids, liquids, gases and plasma. Refer to the article on Silver Element for additional information and facts about this substance

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because it is more abundant, silver is much less expensive than gold. Silver can be ground into powder, turned into paste, shaved into flakes, converted into salt, alloyed with other metals, flattened into printable sheets, drawn into wires, suspended as a colloid, or even employed as a catalyst. These qualities ensure that silver will continue to shine in the industrial arena, while its long history in coinage and jewelry will sustain its status as a symbol of wealth and prestige. (http://geology.com/articles/uses-of-silver/)

bEST ARTICLE ON USES OF SILVER WITH PICS

http://geology.com/articles/uses-of-silver/

HISTORY OF SILVER

https://www.silverinstitute.org/site/silver-essentials/silver-in-history/

Silver is a precious metal because

it is rare and valuable, and it is a noble metal because it resists corrosion and oxidation, though not as well as gold. Because it is the best thermal and electrical conductor of all the metals, silver is ideal for electrical applications. It's antimicrobial, non-toxic qualities make it useful in medicine and consumer products. Its high luster and reflectivity make it perfect for jewelry, silverware, and mirrors. Its malleability, which allows it to be flattened into sheets, and ductility, which allows it to be drawn into thin, flexible wire, make it the best choice for numerous industrial applications. Meanwhile, its photosensitivity has given it a place in film photography.

applications under development http://www.xtierra.ca/silver_uses.php

tech...cell phones, weapons, big development in the use of silver for medicine, very specifically in burn care, expanding in solar industry and water purification.