What is the chemical symbol for Mercury?
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Hg
The symbol 'Hg' comes from 'hydrargyrum,' which is Greek for 'liquid silver' or 'quicksilver.' Mercury is the only metallic element that is liquid at standard room temperature and pressure.
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