Is mercury a special or precious metal?

Answer 1

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.

Answer 2

Mercury is considered a special metal due to its unique properties, such as being a liquid at room temperature. However, it is not considered a precious metal like gold or silver because it does not have the same rarity or high value.