Did Gold Come from a Supernova?
Gold is the ultimate recyclable product on Earth. Gold is a metal which is a pure element. It has an atomic number of 79, making it one of the heaviest naturally-occurring metals. It is soft, heavy, and yellow in color. Gold has a number of properties which make it ideal for making jewelry: it looks nice, it is soft, ductile, malleable, and it doesn’t tarnish.
Gold has been used for jewelry since metals were first discovered about 6,500 years ago. Jewelry you are wearing today might be made from gold jewelry found in ancient Egypt. It also has been used for centuries in coins, statues, and industry. It’s valuable! Don’t throw it away. Recycle it by selling it, or keep it.
But where did Gold come from? While “gold mines” would not be an incorrect answer, this blog post addresses the bigger picture.



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