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80Hg

Element 80

Mercury

Transition metals

Mercury is a chemical element with symbol Hg and atomic number 80.

Key data

Atomic number
80
Atomic mass
200.592 u
Group / Period
12 / 6
Block
d-block
Phase at STP
Liquid
Density
13.534 g/cm³
Melting point
-38.8 °C
Boiling point
356.7 °C
Electron configuration
[Xe] 4f14 5d10 6s2

Common uses

  • Old thermometers
  • Fluorescent lamps
  • Gold extraction

Discovery

Year: Known since antiquity

Discovered by: unknown, before 2000 BCE

Frequently asked questions

What is the atomic number of Mercury?

Mercury has atomic number 80. Its symbol is Hg and its atomic mass is 200.592 u.

What category of element is Mercury?

Mercury is classified as transition metals. It sits in group 12, period 6 of the periodic table.

What is Mercury used for?

Common uses of Mercury include: Old thermometers, Fluorescent lamps, Gold extraction.

When was Mercury discovered?

Mercury has been known since antiquity.

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