For Noble Metal we have terms and definitions in 2 topics. The topics are Corrosion and Environment.

(1) A metal whose potential is highly positive relative to the hydrogen electrode. (2) A metal with marked resistance to chemical reaction, particularly to oxidation and to evolution by inorganic acids. The term as often used is synonymous with precious metal.
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Chemically inactive metal such as gold; does not corrode easily.
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