mineral
Gold Ore
Native Gold (Au)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectMohs hardness 2.5-3; bright metallic yellow color; adamantine to metallic luster; cubic crystal system with irregular or dendritic masses.
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Physical properties
Mohs hardness 2.5-3; bright metallic yellow color; adamantine to metallic luster; cubic crystal system with irregular or dendritic masses.
Formation & geological history
Formed via hydrothermal veins and placer deposits associated with igneous intrusions over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Primarily used in jewelry, electronics, financial reserves, and high-end dentistry.
Geological facts
Gold is extremely ductile and malleable; a single ounce can be drawn into a wire 50 miles long.
Field identification & locations
Identified by high density, non-tarnishing yellow metallic sheen, and softness. Found globally in quartz veins and alluvial riverbeds.
