mineral
Gold Nugget
Gold (Au)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectMohs hardness 2.5 to 3, rich yellow color, metallic luster, isometric crystal system, highly malleable and ductile, specific gravity 19.3.
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Physical properties
Mohs hardness 2.5 to 3, rich yellow color, metallic luster, isometric crystal system, highly malleable and ductile, specific gravity 19.3.
Formation & geological history
Formed via hydrothermal veins and placers, precipitating from hot aqueous solutions deep within the Earth's crust over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Used primarily in fine jewelry, financial reserves, electronics, and dentistry.
Geological facts
Gold is so malleable that a single ounce can be beaten into a sheet covering 300 square feet.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its high density, softness, and characteristic yellow metallic color that does not tarnish or streak green.
