Gold in industry

Gold is not only used in jewelry crafting, but also in electronics, electric, and aeronautic industry. It is used in the exploration of space since its extreme resistance to oxidation and corrosion make it an ideal material for the creation of spaceships, which have to function for years without being services. Other specific characteristics of gold are a very low resistance to electricity and a capacity of forming extremely thin fibers, at times thinner than a human hair. These unique advantages make gold a precious element for electronics. Gold is also used in surgery and acupuncture, as it is and excellent energy conductor. Its pharmaceutical properties have been known since the beginnings of civilization. In ancient Egypt it was already used for dentistry, and since today, one of the most common uses of gold is for dental alloys due to its biological compatibility as well as its easy application. Gold if also used in homeopathy. Infinitesimal doses of gold, copper and silver can be effective against depression.