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| − | '''Mercury''' (symbol Hg), also known as ''quicksilver'', is a [[metal]]lic element with the atomic number of 80, liquid at room temperatures. Mercury is poisonous to human and animals. | + | {{stub}} |
| | + | '''Mercury''' (symbol Hg), also known as ''quicksilver'', is a [[metal]]lic element with the atomic number of 80. It is the only metal that is liquid at room temperatures. Mercury is poisonous to human and animals. |
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| − | Mercury is found in air, water, and soil. It exists in several forms: elemental or metallic mercury, inorganic mercury compounds, and organic mercury compounds. | + | Mercury can be found in air, water, and soil. It exists in several forms: elemental or metallic mercury, inorganic mercury compounds, and organic mercury compounds. |
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| − | Mercury is used in thermometers, fluorescent light bulbs, and some electrical switches. | + | Mercury is used in some thermometers, fluorescent light bulbs, and some electrical switches. |
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| | [[Category:Environment]] | | [[Category:Environment]] |