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Line 6: − − Gold is one of the few [[native metal]]s, i.e. it is found naturally in its pure metallic form.
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== Purity ==
== Purity ==
The purity of gold in a compound is measured in [[Carat|Karats]], with 24 karats being pure gold. 18 karat gold is three quarters gold, one quarter other [[elements]], and so forth. Gold is usually in alloys because it is soft and pliable.
The purity of gold in a compound is measured in [[Carat|Karats]], with 24 karats being pure gold. 18 karat gold is three quarters gold, one quarter other [[elements]], and so forth. Gold is usually in alloys because it is soft and pliable.
== Value ==
== Value ==