Gold is all time favorite for everyone and is generously used for making jewelry. It is true to an extend that gold is the first love of females! Let me quickly brief you about the various physical and chemical properties of gold that makes it last glitters all along! Chemical Properties It is a chemical element described by symbol Au that stands for aurum, in the periodic table. It is one of the most flexible and is ductile or one that can be flexed. This is the reason that it is used so generously for jewelries, trinkets, and charms. Physical Properties Normally it is yellow in color but can also have other colors such as ruby, black, or even purple depending on the "plasmon frequency" placed in the observable scope. IT is because of this plasmon frequency only because of which it reflects the yellow and red light and the blue light are absorbed. Historical Perspective and usage Gold has been a part of our human history so much so that some take pride and sense of superiority with its unique traits and functions. In 4000 BC, the Europeans were said to be the first people who used gold in their daily living. They crafted it into different kinds of jewelry and extremely classy pieces of artistic objects. Gold was apparently used as an element in King of Tutankamen's mask, an Eygpt king. It is said that the mask has preserved its radiance and luster even after so many years of civilization that had passed. For many civilizations gold has long been a symbol of royalty and superiority. According to the Old Testament, gold was a symbol of King Solomon's riches. It was also a symbol of thanksgiving and appreciation just like what the Queen of Sheba had done when she gave King Solomon large amount of gold as a sign of gratitude. However, it was only during the fifth century when the Chinese, Greek, and Arabic civilization had introduced its new concept, which eventually resulted to the introduction of the science of chemistry. Here, gold is now considered as a chemical element, one that has more stable and practical function and not just any symbolic matter. Current perspective Its real worth was actually realized after the introduction of chemistry and now extensively used for making different icons, statues, and jewelries. In today's fashionable society, this metal has found ways into products like computers, home appliances, and mobile phones. Also for art lovers this magnificent metal is also used in embroidery, dentistry, ceramics, and even photography. In fact, cancer patients have found more of its realistic uses, where it is used for their treatment Apart from the above said purposes it also fits to all aspects that give humanity the reason to live life to its fullest. |
