silver atoms

Silver atoms are the basic units that make up silver metal. Each atom consists of a nucleus with positively charged protons and neutral neutrons, surrounded by negatively charged electrons that orbit in regions called electron clouds. In solid silver, these atoms are arranged in a tightly packed, regular pattern, allowing electrons to move freely, which gives silver its excellent conductivity. Silver atoms are about 0.144 nanometers in size, and their properties—like conductivity and luster—stem from their atomic structure. Understanding silver atoms helps explain how silver conducts electricity, resists corrosion, and exhibits its distinctive shiny appearance.