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Silver is a soft, white precious metal (symbol Ag, atomic number 47) renowned for having the highest electrical and thermal conductivity of any element, making it indispensable in electronics, solar panels, and industrial applications. Known for its brilliant luster and malleability, silver has been used for millennia in jewelry, currency, and photography. 

Key Aspects of Silver:

Properties: It is the most reflective metal, making it ideal for mirrors, and possesses anti-bacterial properties.

Applications: Beyond jewelry, it is crucial for photovoltaic cells in solar energy, electrical contacts, and automotive components.

Production: Primarily found in the Earth's crust, it is mostly produced as a byproduct of copper, gold, lead, and zinc mining.

History: Used for thousands of years, silver mining was a major economic driver in ancient Greece.

Market: It is traded globally as a precious metal in bullion form and is often alloyed with other metals to increase hardness.