Mercury metal

You can even lick it, though we do not recommend it.

Why is liquid mercury so damn weird? Here's a brief history of the alien metal that contains multitudes.

Description and origins of Poster sample, a sample of the element Mercury in the Periodic Table.

Here are 10 interesting mercury element facts, including its properties, uses, history, and sources.

A guide on mercury (aka "quicksilver"). Get info on the dense, toxic metal element that exists in liquid form, the properties, applications and more.

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Nutrition experts often recommend seafood for kids and pregnant mothers since it is a rich source of vitamins, minerals, omega 3 fatty acids, and proteins. Despite being a rich source of nutrients, studies show that some types of seafood contain mercury, a substance that can impair the development of fetus’ nervous system. Mercury has a similar effect for kids aged below six years.

Researchers at the North Carolina State University (NCSU) have created a reconfigurable liquid metal antenna that can be controlled only by voltage. This tunable liquid metal antenna could play a major role in development of future mobile devices and the Internet of Things.

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