Aluminium occurs as a compound whereas gold is found in the free state. Why?

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Gold is very less reactive on the contrary the aluminium metal is highly reactive.Therefore aluminium reacts with other elements and compounds more than gold therefore, Aluminium occurs as a compound whereas gold is found in the free state.

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