NOBLE METAL
\nˈə͡ʊbə͡l mˈɛtə͡l], \nˈəʊbəl mˈɛtəl], \n_ˈəʊ_b_əl m_ˈɛ_t_əl]\
Definitions of NOBLE METAL
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Inert or near-inert metal showing little or no chemical activity with atmosphere and mild acids. Gold, silver, and platinum are such metals. They do not rust or corrode, displaying an indefinite life span. Noble metals are simply non-reactive.
By Henry Campbell Black
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