mineral
Gold Nugget
Gold (Au)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectMohs hardness of 2.5-3; bright yellow color; metallic luster; cubic crystal system; highly malleable and ductile.
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Physical properties
Mohs hardness of 2.5-3; bright yellow color; metallic luster; cubic crystal system; highly malleable and ductile.
Formation & geological history
Formed through hydrothermal fluid precipitation in quartz veins or accumulated in placer deposits through weathering.
Uses & applications
Used primarily in jewelry, investment bullion, electronics manufacturing, and dentistry.
Geological facts
Gold is so malleable that a single gram can be beaten into a sheet one square meter in size.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its high density, softness, and characteristic yellow metallic sheen that does not tarnish.
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