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Oro is the Spanish and Italian word for gold, derived from the Latin aurum and used in Romance languages to denote the element as well as its metallic color. In English-language contexts, oro appears in cross-linguistic references to gold and in names or terms that invoke wealth or value.

Gold is a chemical element with the symbol Au and atomic number 79. It is a dense, malleable, and ductile metal known for its distinctive yellow luster and high resistance to corrosion. As a noble metal, it occurs in nature in native form and is often found in alluvial deposits as nuggets or grains.

Mining and refining processes convert gold ore into high-purity metal. Methods include placer mining, hard rock mining, cyanidation, and electrorefining. Pure gold is commonly measured in karats, with 24 karat gold being legally pure; lower karat figures reflect alloys with other metals such as copper or silver, which change color and hardness.

Economically, gold has long served as a basis for money, a store of value, and a hedge against inflation. It is widely used in jewelry, electronics due to excellent conductivity, and dentistry in some contexts. Central banks and investors hold gold reserves as part of diversified portfolios.

As a color, oro denotes a gold hue in Spanish and Italian usage and appears in design, heraldry, and art to evoke wealth, prestige, or warmth.