Atomic Number | 79 |
Atomic Symbol | Au |
Atomic Weight | 196.96657 atomic mass units (amu) |
Melting Point | 1,064 degrees Celsius |
Boiling Point | 2,808 degrees Celsius |
Density | 19.32 grams per cubic centimeter (g/cm³) |
Color | Yellow |
Luster | Metallic |
Hardness | 2.5 - 3 on Mohs scale |
Conductivity | Excellent electrical and thermal conductivity |
Malleability | Highly malleable, can be hammered into thin sheets (gold leaf) |
Ductility | Highly ductile, can be drawn into thin wires |
Transparency | Opaque |