Name:
Silver
Symbol:
Ag
Atomic Number:
47
Atomic Mass:
107.870
Atomic Volume:
10.27 cc/mol
Discovered By:
Prehistoric
Discovery Date:
Silver has been known since ancient times (earlier than 3000 BC)
Origin of Name:
Silver - (Anglo-Saxon ) Seolfor (silver). The symbol Ag is from (Latin) argtenum (silver)
Toxicity:
Not toxic. Silver nitrate acts as irritant, produces argyria (deposition of silver in tissues).
Summary:
Silver occurs native and in ores. Silver halide salts are light-sensitive, and are the basis of photographic film.
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