Question

gold is element or compound​

Answer 1

Answer:

gold is chemical element with symbol Au and atomic number 79.

Answer 2

Gold is an element.

Explanation:

• The symbol for gold is Au and it is a chemical element.
• The atomic number of gold is 79.
• The soft, malleable and ductile metal is gold.
• The colour of gold is bright and slightly reddish yellow and it is a transition metal.
• Gold belongs to group 11 element and it is the least reactive chemical element.
• Coins, jewelries can be made from gold.
• Gold conducts both heat and electricity and hence it is a good conductor.