These Are the Signs of Rivers That Contain Gold, Check Around Your Home

INTERNATIONAL, RBTVDISWAY.ID - Have you ever seen people searching for sand containing gold? There are special characteristics of rivers containing gold that you should know.

Gold can indeed be found in the form of sand. Gold itself is naturally formed and has high economic value.

In the past, gold was often used as currency or a medium of exchange due to its high value.

Over time, gold began to be used for various purposes, especially as a profitable investment instrument.

In addition, gold is also used as a raw material for jewelry because it is resistant to corrosion and does not tarnish easily.

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Gold can be found in various colors, ranging from yellow to white, although its natural color is yellow.

The white color is obtained from the presence of other metals such as copper and silver. Gold deposits that may be found in rivers are called placer gold deposits.

These deposits are usually formed due to the displacement of parent rock due to erosion, wind, or the direction of water towards a gentler surface, resulting in deposition.

Gold is usually discovered through various processes, such as geological analysis and soil history.

So what are the characteristics of rivers containing gold?

1. Active and Passive Rivers

Rivers containing gold can be divided into two types: active rivers and passive rivers.

For your information, active rivers are those that still carry a certain amount of water constantly.

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