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Ag

DEFINITIONS OF: Ag

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n a soft white precious univalent metallic element having the highest electrical and thermal conductivity of any metal; occurs in argentite and in free form; used in coins and jewelry and tableware and photography

Synonyms:
atomic number 47, silver
Types:
coin silver
a silver of the degree of purity established for making legal silver coins
Type of:
noble metal
any metal that is resistant to corrosion or oxidation
conductor
a substance that readily conducts e.g. electricity and heat
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