Facts about the Classification of the Element Mercury
Mercury is classified as a "Transition Metal" which are located in Groups 3 - 12 of the Periodic Table. An Element classified as a Transition Metals is ductile, malleable, and able to conduct electricity and heat.

Brief Facts about the Discovery and History of the Element Mercury
Known to the ancient Egyptians.

Occurrence of the element Mercury
Found as a native metal (rare)
Found in cinnabar, corderoite & livingstonite
Approx 50% comes from Spain and Italy

Common Uses of Mercury
Thermometers
Barometers
Fluorescent lamps
Batteries
Chemical pesticides

The Properties of the Element Mercury
Name of Element : Mercury
Symbol of Element : Hg
Atomic Number of Mercury : 80
Atomic Mass: 200.59 amu
Melting Point: -38.87 °C - 234.28 °K
Boiling Point: 356.58 °C - 629.73 °K
Number of Protons/Electrons in Mercury : 80
Number of Neutrons in Mercury : 121
Crystal Structure: Rhombohedral
Density @ 293 K: 0.53 g/cm3
Color of Mercury : silvery-white