Facts About Mercury and Silver
Interesting Facts
- At room temperature mercury is found in a liquid state.
- A coin of pound or rupees floats in mercury.
- Because of its low melting point and boiling point it is used in thermometers.
- It is the most reflective element.
- Silver is the second most ductile metal after Gold.
- It is also used in Dentistry as a dental alloys for clips and crowning.
Sources
Mining, Ores of Minerals
Earth's crust, Found in Minerals, Ores of metals
Who Discovered
Ancient Chinese and Indians
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Discovery
Before 2000 BCE
Before 5000 BC
Abundance In Earth's Crust