Is silver (the element in the periodic table) necessary in everyday use?
Silver finds many uses in everyday life: It makes a perfect material for making mirrors reflective. It has the highest conductivity of any element, making it perfect for use in electronics, and electrical equipment as a conductor. It is used in photographic film, in the form of silver nitrate. Silver is used as an alloy in tooth fillings. Silver has natural anti-bacterial properties and is used in many everyday products as a natural germ killer. It is used as a precious metal, in making coins. Many everyday items, like eating utensils, are plated with a thin coating of silver to add beauty and durability to items. Silver has been popular for making jewelery for thousands of years.
