Interpretation:
Meaning of the phrase “as good as gold” is to be described.
Concept introduction:
Gold is a precious metal that is found in nature in elemental form. Gold is one of the least reactive elements that can be found free in nature.
Answer to Problem SV1RQ
The phrase “as good as gold” implies to good behavior. A person who is very well behaved and do not trouble anyone is said to be “as good as gold”. It is a simile used to compare good properties of gold with good behavior.
Explanation of Solution
Gold has many good properties. It is a lustrous metal that shines brilliantly. It is highly ductile and malleable. This makes it a versatile element. This is the reason why it is used to make jewelry. It is not reactive and occurs free in nature. People who are very well mannered are often compared to gold. Hence the phrase “as good as gold” refers to well behaved people who are obedient, trustworthy, authentic, etc.
Chapter U1 Solutions
Living By Chemistry: First Edition Textbook
Additional Science Textbook Solutions
Chemistry
Essential Organic Chemistry (3rd Edition)
Chemistry: Structure and Properties
General Chemistry: Atoms First
Introductory Chemistry (5th Edition) (Standalone Book)
Chemistry: Structure and Properties (2nd Edition)
- ChemistryChemistryISBN:9781305957404Author:Steven S. Zumdahl, Susan A. Zumdahl, Donald J. DeCostePublisher:Cengage LearningChemistryChemistryISBN:9781259911156Author:Raymond Chang Dr., Jason Overby ProfessorPublisher:McGraw-Hill EducationPrinciples of Instrumental AnalysisChemistryISBN:9781305577213Author:Douglas A. Skoog, F. James Holler, Stanley R. CrouchPublisher:Cengage Learning
- Organic ChemistryChemistryISBN:9780078021558Author:Janice Gorzynski Smith Dr.Publisher:McGraw-Hill EducationChemistry: Principles and ReactionsChemistryISBN:9781305079373Author:William L. Masterton, Cecile N. HurleyPublisher:Cengage LearningElementary Principles of Chemical Processes, Bind...ChemistryISBN:9781118431221Author:Richard M. Felder, Ronald W. Rousseau, Lisa G. BullardPublisher:WILEY