Silver (Ag) Fun Facts
"The Silver Bullet, the super-conductive, reflective hero who is the nemesis of werewolves."
The true essence of Silver (Ag) on the molecular frontier.
Silver is a soft, white, lustrous metal.
Silver is found in jewelry, silverware, and old photographic film.
Silver is the traditional weakness for werewolves and other supernatural creatures.
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Did You Know?
It has the highest electrical and thermal conductivity of any metal.
Its chemical symbol, Ag, comes from the Latin word 'argentum', which means 'silver' or 'white'.
Polished silver is the most reflective of all metals, which is why it has been used to make high-quality mirrors.
Silver compounds are toxic to bacteria and other microorganisms, a property used for centuries to disinfect water and prevent infections.
Before the advent of digital photography, the photographic process relied on the light sensitivity of silver halide crystals.