Question

why is mercury important?

Answer 1

As a good conductor of electricity, mercury is often used in many products such as switches and batteries. It is used to amalgamate gold and silver in small scale mining activities because it readily combines with other metals.

Answer 2

Explanation:

•As a good conductor of electricity, mercury is often used in many products such as switches and batteries.

•It is used to amalgamate gold and silver in small scale mining activities because it readily combines with other metals.∆