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I am not an engineer so I was wondering if a pound of gold can ever weigh more than a pound of silver under any circumstances relative to the universe as a whole?
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SteamKing said:It depends upon which 'pound' unit you are using.
Pounds avoirdupois consist of 7000 grains or approx. 453.6 g
Pounds troy consist of 5760 grains or approx. 373.2 g
1 pound avoirdupois is also divided into 16 ounces, while the troy pound is divided into 12 troy ounces.
When quoting the price of a precious metal like gold, the amount is always for 1 troy ounce.
Let us assume in the context of the OP, that one uses the same unit of mass in the same inertial frame in the same gravitational field. Then a pound is a pound as Russ mentioned. The number of moles (atoms) will be different and volumes will be different.0xDEADBEEF said:There is much more stuff. If you are talking a bout the rest mass it will not change as far as we know, but there is also the relativistic mass, and then there is weight (the gravitational force on a planet) So in a way the question is one of language and not of physics.
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I am not an engineer so I was wondering if a pound of gold can ever weigh more than a pound of silver under any circumstances relative to the universe as a whole?
You are off topic because gold and silver are both precious metals. Stop. Now.SteamKing said:Which weighs more? A pound of lead or a pound of feathers?
Yes. A pound of gold at the center of the Earth weighs nothing, more or less. An avoirdupois pound of silver at the mantle-core boundary weighs more than a pound (pound force).John1397 said:I am not an engineer so I was wondering if a pound of gold can ever weigh more than a pound of silver under any circumstances
This makes no sense, so I ignored this part of your question.relative to the universe as a whole?
D H said:This makes no sense, so I ignored this part of your question.
No.John1397 said:Just speculating that on other planets weights of elements could be different.
Gold and silver are both precious metals that have been used for thousands of years as currency, jewelry, and investments. However, there are several key differences between them.
Firstly, gold is a much rarer metal than silver, with a limited supply and higher demand. This makes gold more valuable and more expensive than silver. Secondly, gold is a denser metal than silver, meaning the same weight of gold will take up less space than silver. Finally, gold has a distinctive yellow color, while silver is known for its metallic white shine.
Both gold and silver can be good investments, depending on your financial goals and risk tolerance. Gold is generally seen as a more stable and secure investment, with less volatility than silver. This makes it a popular choice for long-term investments and for hedging against economic uncertainty. On the other hand, silver can offer higher returns in a shorter period of time, making it a more attractive option for investors looking for quick profits.
As mentioned earlier, gold is a much rarer metal than silver, with a limited supply and higher demand. This is due to the fact that gold is not only used for jewelry and investments, but also has many industrial applications, such as in electronics and dentistry. Additionally, gold has been seen as a symbol of wealth and status for centuries, adding to its desirability and value.
While both gold and silver are valuable metals, they cannot be used interchangeably. Gold is a much denser and stronger metal than silver, making it more suitable for jewelry and other high-end applications. Silver, on the other hand, is softer and more malleable, making it better for industrial uses such as in electronics and photography. Additionally, the value and demand for gold and silver differ, so they cannot be used as a substitute for one another in investments.
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