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Mercury, also known as "quicksilver", was used to give top hats a sheen back in the 18th or 19th century. It was also believe to have some medical purposes; it is found now that that is absolutely false and can be deadly. The vapors from the process in which top hats were coated also was known to make people suffer dementia, hence the term "Mad as a hatter" or "Mad Hatter" from Alice in Wonderland.

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What you can use instead of mercury?

Instead of mercury, you can use alternative materials like digital thermometers instead of mercury thermometers for temperature measurement. In addition, you can opt for alternatives such as lead-free solder in electronics and non-mercury batteries for environmental-friendly options.


What metal is use in thermoter?

Thermometers typically use a metal such as mercury or alcohol to measure temperature. Mercury thermometers are commonly used in applications such as medical settings, while alcohol thermometers are used in environmental monitoring due to their lower environmental impact.


Do mercury lamps contain mercury?

Yes, mercury lamps contain small amounts of elemental mercury vapor that is used to produce light when an electric current passes through it. However, advancements in lighting technology are reducing the use of mercury in lamps to minimize environmental impact.


What is Mercury obtained?

The consumption of fish is by far the most significant source of ingestion-related mercury exposure in humans, although plants and livestock also contain mercury. Exposure to mercury can occur from breathing contaminated air; from eating foods containing mercury residues from processing, such as can occur with high fructose corn syrup; from exposure to mercury vapor in mercury amalgam dental restorations; and from improper use or disposal of mercury and mercury-containing objects.Source:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mercury_poisoning


What would it be like to live on Mercury?

it would be really hot