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Which is More toxic to humans inorganic Mercury or methyl Mercury?
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Why are mercury thermometers bad?
Mercury is highly toxic (poisonous). The gas evaporating from the spilled liquid mercury is dangerous.
Which is least poisonous to humans plutonium lead mercury iron?
Plutonium, lead, and mercury are all heavy metals. If you knew nothing but that, you should be able to guess that the correct answer is iron. (It might also help to try the various elements in the phrase "Fortified with ____!", and see which of them sounds most familiar from the labels on vitamins or cereals.)
What Two ways that mercury is different from silver?
1. Mercury is liquid at room temperature 2. It is a poison 3. Mercury vapour -gas that forms over liquid mercury is VERY toxic 4. Used for welding
What are some examples of toxic pollutants listed in the gizmo?
paints, gas, battery acid, mercury, and pesticides.
What element is a silver liquid used in themometers?
Mercury. It isn't used much these days in thermometers these days as it is very toxic.
Most toxic form of Mercury?
not methyl mercury most toxic form of mercury is dimethyl mercury
What is the purest form of mercury?
Yes it is. Methyl mercury is a soft Lewis acid and it binds to sulfur atoms, which are soft Lewis bases, in amino acids such as glutathione.
Is mercury toxic to humans?
yes
What is the most common contaminant found in fish?
mercury Due to pollution, mercury can build up in the water where microorganisms convert it to the toxic methyl mercury
What is inside a fluorescent lamp that is toxic to humans?
Fluorescent lamps contain small amounts of mercury vapor, which is toxic to humans when inhaled or ingested. Mercury exposure can lead to neurological and kidney damage. It is important to handle and dispose of fluorescent lamps properly to minimize the risk of exposure to mercury.
Is mercury element toxic or dangerous for humans and plants?
Yes
What compounds does mercury form?
Mercury can form various compounds, including mercuric chloride (HgCl2), mercuric oxide (HgO), and methylmercury (CH3Hg+). These compounds can vary in toxicity and chemical properties depending on the oxidation state of mercury.
What is AsCl5?
This is the formula for the inorganic compound called arsenic trichloride. This is a very toxic and colorless substance that has a boiling point of 266.4 degrees Fahrenheit.
What makes Mercury dangerous?
Mercury is dangerous due to its toxicity, especially in its organic form methylmercury which accumulates in the food chain. Exposure to mercury can lead to serious health issues affecting the nervous system, kidneys, and other organs. It is important to handle and dispose of products containing mercury properly to avoid contamination.
What is the most dangerous type of alcohol to drink?
Everclear which is 95% alcohol or Moonshine which is illegal in alot of states
Is methyl mercaptan a toxic gas that is flammable?
no
What ppm of Mercury is harmful to humans?
Mercury is measured by the content of ones hair. Scientific studies have shown that the level at which mercury becomes toxic is around 50 ppm of mercury in the hair of most people.
