What are some of the uses for gold describing in the passage the allure of gold

Gold has impacted, and will continue to impact, human society and history. Whether used as jewelry or currency, gold carries value. Its properties-weight, durability, malleability, rarity, and beauty combine to make it a natural symbol of wealth and prosperity. People want gold. Its pursuit has driven economic and technological development across the ages, all over the globe, from South Africa to California and beyond. But not without cost: the pursuit of gold has negative impacts, both environmental and social. Nevertheless, this precious mineral formed in space continues to inspire us. We, like the ancient peoples who first discovered it, are touched by the allure of gold.

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