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Precious Metals like Gold, Silver, Platinum are measured in Troy Pounds (12 ounces per pound), while other materials (like cotton) are measured in the standard scale (16 ounces per pound), Therefore the a pound of cotton weighs 4 ounces more than a pound of gold.

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A pound of gold weighs the same as a pound of cotton. The difference lies in the density and volume of the two materials. Gold is denser and takes up less space, making it more valuable by weight compared to cotton.

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