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It is considered precious because it is rare and is a pure element, not an alloy (mixture) or compound. Other precious metals include gold, silver, platinum, palladium, ruthenium, iridium, osmium, and even copper. Generally, if it's a metallic element, and it's traded as a commodity (rather than a simple material, such as iron or aluminum), it's considered precious.
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What is special about Mercury the element?
It is the only metal that's a liquid at room temperatures.
Is mercury a metalloid non metal or metal?
mercury is a metal. It is liquid at room temperature.
What to clean tungsten carbide ring with?
Use a soft cloth like a microfiber cloth. If needed you could use mild soap w/ water. If it has a precious metal inlay use special care for that type of precious metal. Cheers
Brass is a precious metals?
is brass a precious metal
A lump of precious metal iscalled?
a lump of precious metal is called at nugget if talking about gold
Why is mercury a special metal?
It is the only metal that is liquid at room temperature.
What makes mercury special that it can be used in a thermometer?
Mercury is a heavy metal also known as QUICKSILVER it is special because it is in a form of liquid
Mercury is the only metal that is conductor of heat?
All metals are heat conductors; mercury is not special.
What makes mercury so special it can be used in a thermometer?
Mercury is a heavy metal also known as QUICKSILVER it is special because it is in a form of liquid
What is special about Mercury the element?
It is the only metal that's a liquid at room temperatures.
Is zinc a precious metal?
No, zinc is not a precious metal. It is a necessary industrial metal.
Is mercury a metalloid non metal or metal?
mercury is a metal. It is liquid at room temperature.
What to clean tungsten carbide ring with?
Use a soft cloth like a microfiber cloth. If needed you could use mild soap w/ water. If it has a precious metal inlay use special care for that type of precious metal. Cheers
What element is the original precious metal?
iradium is the precious metal element apart from platinum
Brass is a precious metals?
is brass a precious metal
What special powers are within gold?
Gold is a precious metal and there are no special powers contained in it, although a number of properties make it useful, even apart from its monetary value.
Is niobium a precious metal?
Niobium is a rare metal, good additive for stainless, but not precious - it is grey
