Silver


 * Element Name:** Silver


 * Element Symbol:** Ag


 * Atomic Mass:** 108[[image:Silver_Emily.png width="216" height="288" align="right"]][[image:Silver.gif width="288" height="216" align="right"]]


 * Atomic Number:** 47


 * Protons:** 47


 * Electrons:** 47


 * Discovery:** Was discovered by man as early as 3000 B.C.


 * How it was Named:** From the Anglo-Saxon word Seolfor.


 * State of Matter:** Solid


 * Melting Point:** 961.78°C


 * Boiling Point:** 2162°C


 * Characteristics:**
 * White Metallic Luster
 * Tarnishes when exposed to ozone, hydrogen sulfide, or air containing sulfur
 * Metal
 * Use:** Jewelry, Silverware, Coinage, etc.

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 * Intersting Facts:**
 * Silver is usually added to clothing such as socks to reduce odor and the risk of bacteria.
 * Some traditional indian dishes sometimes unclude decorative silver.