It is only metal in liquid form. and is silver in colour and can only will be handled if it is frozen.
it drives away from the hand quickly so due to silver colour liquid property called as quick silver.
Quick silver is another name for the chemical element mercury. It is a silvery metal that is liquid at room temperature and known for its high density and toxicity. Mercury has been used in various applications, such as thermometers and barometers, but concerns over its environmental and health impacts have led to its regulation in many countries.
The alloy of mercury and silver is called an amalgam. Amalgams are commonly used in dentistry for dental fillings due to their strength and durability.
"Because it's silver in color, and runs quickly thru your fingers." Actually, this is not correct. Contrary to popular belief, it is not called quicksilver because it runs quickly through your fingers. The "silver" part is actually because of the colour but the "quick" part comes from the old English translation of the Latin word for living. The name means "living silver". See the related link below.
A mineral that consists of mercury and silver is called amalgam. Amalgam is a naturally occurring alloy that forms when silver and mercury combine in a specific ratio. It is typically found in association with certain ore deposits.
'Quicksilver' is elemental 'Mercury'. Reason it is called quicksilver, is because it is a liquid silvery metal at room temperature. A spot of it on a metal/glass plate, is almost impossible to 'lift up'.
Liquid form
Quick silver. Mercury is also refered to as "Liquid silver"
quick silver
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Sometimes it's called the "morning star" or the "evening star".
yes "Quick silver" is a common term for mercury. Mercury is a liquid metal and is poisonous.
None, though the metal mercury is called quicksilver, and shares its name with a planet.
Mercury (Hg)
Quick silver
mercury also known as quick silver or liquid silver
What is know as "Quick Silver" is mercury not silver. Mercury you may find in non manufacturing settings will be a mid-grade Mercury (1ml=.5-.75 ml hg) and should be worth about $100 per Flask (500ml)
Mercury, aka: "Quick Silver"