Silver is a chemical element with symbol Ag, atomic number 47, and in its elemental form possesses a brilliant white metallic luster. Silver can be found in the Earth's crust as native silver, an alloy with gold or other metals, in minerals such as argentite and chlorargyrite, or as a byproduct of copper, gold, lead, and zinc refining. It is a transition metal that is used in jewelry, silverware, electronic equipment, electrical contacts, dental alloy fillings, photographic processing, batteries, solder/brazing alloys, and disinfecting water.
