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Gallium and Mercury do not react chemically to form a new compound; however, if gallium is added to mercury, it can dissolve in it, creating an amalgam. This amalgam can alter the physical properties of the mercury, such as its density and viscosity. Additionally, gallium can cause mercury to solidify at lower temperatures, as it disrupts the regular crystal structure of solid mercury. Care should be taken when handling both metals due to their toxic properties and potential environmental hazards.

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