Question

Give reason some silver is added to pure gold for making ornaments

Answer 1

Answer:

Copper or silver is added to pure gold to make it hard. Pure gold is called 24 carat gold. This is alloyed with silver or copper to make it hard. Generally 22 carat gold is called ornamental gold which is used for making ornaments. 22 carats gold contain 22 parts of pure gold and 2 parts of either copper or silver

Answer 2

Answer:

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Copper or silver is added to pure gold to make it hard. Pure gold is called 24 carat gold. This is alloyed with silver or copper to make it hard.