Metallic element, atomic number 47

A chemical element with the symbol Ag and atomic number 47. A soft, white, lustrous transition metal with a melting point of 961.95oC, a boiling point of 2155°C and an atomic weight of 107.868.

It has the highest electrical conductivity of any element, the highest thermal conductivity of any metal and is the most reflective metal found on earth. The metal occurs naturally in its pure, free form (native silver), as an alloy with gold (electrum) and other metals, and in minerals. Most silver is produced as a byproduct of copper, gold, lead, and zinc refining.Silver has long been valued as a precious metal. It’s also used in coins, solar panels, water filtration, jewelry and ornaments, high-value tableware and utensils, as an investment in the forms of coins and bullion. Silver is used industrially in electrical contacts and conductors, in specialized mirrors, window coatings and in catalysis of chemical reactions.