Acrylic cube Mercury
€79.00
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High purity mercury in a 50x50x50mm acrylic cube. As the sample is embedded in acrylic glass, it can be viewed safely. Start your collection of the 118 elements in decorative acrylic cubes now! Please consider, that this cube is labeled with the German name of the element.
Mercury, with the chemical symbol Hg and atomic number 80, is a fascinating and unique element. Its discovery dates back to ancient times. The name "Mercury" is derived from the planet.
Although mercury is relatively rare on Earth, constituting only about 0.05 ppm of the Earth's crust, it finds diverse applications. From thermometers to barometers, electrical switches to medical instruments, mercury exhibits a wide range of uses. Its unique physical properties, such as low surface tension and a low freezing point, make it particularly useful in various technological and scientific fields.
The production of mercury involves mining mercury ores, primarily in Spain, China, and Algeria. Chemical processes for separation and purification are crucial to obtaining pure mercury. The versatility of mercury in technology makes it a fascinating element, although its use is controversial due to its toxicity.
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High purity mercury in a 50x50x50mm acrylic cube. As the sample is embedded in acrylic glass, it can be viewed safely. Start your collection of the 118 elements in decorative acrylic cubes now! Please consider, that this cube is labeled with the German name of the element.