The video is about extracting gold from discarded electronic components, specifically graphics cards and RAM. The creator explains the process and clarifies that the goal is not to make money but to experiment and learn. They extract gold from the components using acid, filter it, and melt it to create a gold sample. The sample is then tested to determine its purity, which is found to be at least 22 carats. The creator is happy with the result and notes that the process was less tedious than previous attempts. They also comment on how many people throw away electronic components without realizing they contain precious metals.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. The person in the video is repeating an experiment to extract gold from electronic components.
2. They have obtained more electronic components, including graphics cards and RAM pads, to use in the experiment.
3. The person believes that using only graphics cards and RAM pads will result in a purer gold than using mobile phones.
4. Gold is used in electronic components because it is an excellent conductor of electricity and does not oxidize.
5. The person is using nitric acid to dissolve the plastic and release the gold plating.
6. They are using a mask, gloves, and glasses to protect themselves from the acid.
7. The person is waiting a couple of days for the mixture to work before filtering it.
8. They are using coffee filters to filter the mixture.
9. The gold is floating on top of the water due to its fine texture and the surface tension of the water.
10. The person is going to melt the gold and cast it into a shape.
11. They are using a workshop to cast the gold.
12. The person's father is helping them to cast the gold.
13. The gold is tested to determine its purity.
14. The gold is found to be at least 22 carats.
15. The person is happy with the result and believes it was worth the effort.