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Cosmic Absurdities
The BBC today reported that archaeologists in China have found the worlds oldest observatory. The semicircular platform (130 feet in diameter) surrounded by 13 pillars was unearthed near the city of Linfen in the Shanxi province. The remains are...
Graphology & Graphotherapy
|| Graphology & Graphotherapy || By Nilesh Gore :- ng411002@rediffmail.com http://www.brendynamics.com/gr Everybody wants to know more about peoples inner personality, Especially peoples with whom you are dealing and peoples whom you like,...
Tapping Primal Life Force
When the residents of the Scottish spiritual community of Findhorn first encountered Pan in the forest, Pan asked them to convey a message from the Beings of Nature to the rest of humanity. Pan said: “Tell them, ‘We never left—you did.’” The...
The Fourth Law of Robotics - Part I
The movie "I, Robot" is a muddled affair. It relies on shoddy pseudo-science and a general sense of unease that artificial (non-carbon based) intelligent life forms seem to provoke in us. But it goes no deeper than a comic book treatment of the...
Time travel: sci-fi?
When you look at the clear night sky, you see stars-those tiny diamonds suspended in the vast pitch-black emptiness. But stars shine because…? Our own sun, which is a star, emits light. Stars are like giant bulbs but are much more powerful. Light...
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The Glitters of Gold
As they say, not all that glitters is gold. But what is it in
gold that makes it glitters? Is it because of its chemical
components, its unique characteristics, or simply because it is
just the way it is?
Scientifically, gold is a metal and at the same time a chemical
element with the symbol Au, which stands for aurum, in the
periodic table. Of all the different kinds of metals, gold is
deemed as the most malleable and is ductile or one that can be
flexed.
That is why it is the most popular metal being used for
jewelries, trinkets, and charms.
In many instances, the gold's color is yellow, but it can also
have other colors such as ruby, black, or even purple depending
on the "plasmon frequency" placed in the observable scope.
In this instance, plasmon frequency is the one responsible in
reflecting the yellow and red light and the blue light to be
sucked up.
For so many years now, gold has been a part of our human
history. In fact, it was even used by the early human populace
as an apparatus in their primitive way of living. It has
captivated man's desire for existence and superiority with its
unique traits and functions.
In 4000 BC, the Europeans were said to be the first people who
used gold in their daily living. They crafted it into different
kinds of jewelry and extremely classy pieces of artistic objects.
In Egypt, gold was reportedly used as an element in King
Tutankamen's mask. Several historical reports asserted that the
golden mask of the king had preserved its radiance and luster
even after so many years of civilization that had passed.
Even in the past events, gold has long been a symbol of royalty
and superiority. According to the Old Testament, gold was a
symbol of King Solomon's riches. It was also a symbol of
thanksgiving and appreciation just like what the Queen of Sheba
had done when she
gave King Solomon large amount of gold as a
sign of gratitude.
However, it was only during the fifth century when the Chinese,
Greek, and Arabic civilization had introduced its new concept,
which eventually resulted to the introduction of the science of
chemistry. Here, gold is now considered as a chemical element,
one that has more stable and practical function and not just any
symbolic matter.
It was after the introduction of chemistry that it gained more
popularity. From then on, gold has been considered by the people
as one of the most prized metals. They have used it in making
different icons, statues, and jewelries.
In today's contemporary society, the most malleable metal of all
has surpassed its usual traditional functions. Nowadays, it is
being used in the new technology where man is no longer simply
fascinated by its luster and shine but also by its capability of
producing quality products like computers, home appliances, and
mobile phones.
This wonderful metal is also used in embroidery, dentistry,
ceramics, and even photography. In fact, cancer patients have
found more of its feasible uses. There are many instances
wherein it is being used when treating cancer patients and other
diseases.
These are just a few of the many uses of gold. It serves as a
viable element not just for jewelries and art objects but to all
aspects that give humanity the reason to live life to its
fullest.
So, now we know that this remarkable metal is not just
considered pure and rare because of its characteristics but to
the many functions and uses, as well, that it has served mankind
throughout the years.
About the author:
James Monahan is the owner and Senior Editor of QualityGoldSites.com
and writes expert articles about gold.
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