What is the chemical symbol of mercury?

Options

  • A. Me
  • B. Hg
  • C. Mr
  • D. More than one of the above
  • E. None of the above

Correct Answer (Detailed Explanation is Below)

B. Hg

Detailed Explanation

Hg is the chemical symbol for mercury. It comes from the Latin name hydrargyrum, meaning liquid silver. Mercury has atomic number 80. It is a dense, silvery metal and is unusual because it remains liquid near room temperature. Related terms include quicksilver, Hg, atomic number 80 and liquid metal.