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Mercury is an elusive and toxic element.Key facts
- Mercury is a rare element.
- Mercury is a liquid at room temperature.
- Mercury is highly toxic.
- Mercury is used in thermometers and batteries.
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Mercury
Mercury is one of the world's rarest elements, with the same abundance as silver.
It is a shiny, reflective metal that is liquid at room temperature.
It is highly toxic. The phrase 'mad as a hatter' came from hat makers in the 19th century who used mercury in the production of felt …
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