Can 24k gold be burned/oxidized?

[GYPSEA]

At what temperature will it fizzle up an go poof?

 

[Q_Goest]

The chance that oxygen might cause a metal or other material to ignite is dependant on the oxygen's pressure and is commonly tested by various organizations including NASA, ASTM and various industrial gas manufacturers. The oxygen compatibility of gold is one of the best. That is, it won't burn.
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Note that although this reference seems to indicate there are few/no materials that are economical for oxygen systems, copper and brass pipe is commonly used at pressures up to 3000 psi with little or no chance for ignition.

 

[oswaler]

I can confirm that 24k gold can indeed be burned or oxidized. While gold is a highly stable and unreactive element, it can still undergo oxidation under certain conditions. This process, known as "gold tarnishing," occurs when the gold is exposed to air and moisture, resulting in a thin layer of gold oxide on the surface.

However, gold does not "fizzle up and go poof" when it is burned or oxidized. Instead, the reaction is relatively slow and gradual, and the gold will not change appearance dramatically. The temperature at which gold begins to oxidize is around 800-900 degrees Celsius, but this can vary depending on the purity of the gold and the surrounding environment.

In conclusion, while 24k gold can undergo oxidation, it will not produce a dramatic or sudden reaction at any specific temperature. It is important to handle and store gold carefully to prevent tarnishing, but there is no need to worry about it "fizzling up and going poof."