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Gold has held an enduring allure for thousands of years.
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This precious metal has remained a symbol of elegance and wealth.
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Discovered how it stays in such pristine condition and never loses its shine.
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Gold does not rust or change colour because of the structure of atoms.
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It does not become discoloured even after centuries of exposure to the elements.
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A low level of reactivity to oxygen is called chemical nobility.
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Its resistance to bonding with oxygen means it maintains its shininess.
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It can easily be hammered into thin sheets.
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Humans have used gold for jewellery and currency for more than 5,000 years.
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The researchers believe it will continue to be integral in industrial applications.
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