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Why is mercury liquid at room temperature?

Daniel and Kelly’s Extraordinary Universe

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The Liquid Mystery of Mercury

This chapter investigates the intriguing properties of mercury, focusing on its liquid state at room temperature and the underlying atomic interactions influencing this phenomenon. The speakers engage with audience theories and delve into concepts like metallic bonds and electron behavior, fostering curiosity about phase transitions in matter. Through discussions on atomic bonding and the patterns in the periodic table, listeners gain insights into the remarkable nature of elements and their states.

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