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ABSTRACT
Silver is a very important element due to its characteristics and properties; Pure silver
exhibits the highest electrical and thermal conductivity of all metals, it is also resistant
to oxidation.
Most of its production is obtained as a byproduct of the treatment of copper, zinc, lead
and gold mines.
In most of its applications, silver is alloyed with one or more metals and is used for
example in electrical and electronic contact points taking advantage of its high
conductivity, it is also widely used in jewelry.
The alloys of Ag-Cu, Ag-Ni and Ag-Pd are found in the most important and widely used
alloys.
Among the alloys in which silver is a component are dental amalgams, bearing metals
and motor pistons, in general applications have been established in photography,
welding, batteries, medicines, dentistry, rear-view mirrors, bearings, catalysts, coins
and nuclear control rods. That is why the great value that is given to this metal.