Mercury

=Mercury =

**Chemical symbol:** HG **Group Number:** 12 **Period number:** 6
 * State at room temperature:** Liquid
 * Colour:** Silvery white
 * Atomic number:** 80
 * Atomic mass:** 200.6
 * Atomic details:**
 * **Particle** || **Number** ||
 * **Protons** || 80 ||
 * **Neutrons** || 121 ||
 * **Electrons** || 80 ||
 * Melting point (solid to liquid):** -38.83°C
 * Boiling point (liquid to gas):** 674.11°C

It was first known to be found by the ancient Hindus and Chinese.


 * Interesting facts on Mercury:**


 * 1)** Mercury was actually named after the planet Mercury.


 * 2)** Mercury can be use in thermometers, mirrors, create dental filings and can also extend the life of dry cell batteries. It also conducts energy.


 * 3)** Mercury is very poisonous. It enters the body by breathing it in, swallowing it or even if it touches the skin, it could cause illness or death.


 * 4)** It's the only metal element that is liquid at room temperature


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