Have you ever touched mercury? I'll admit that, back in the day, my science classmates and I used to push it around with pencils and fingers. We didn't think anything of it and we didn't seem to suffer any ill effects. Yet, touching mercury or breathing vapors that accompany the metal does leave lasting effects and can cause serious and lasting organ impairment, plus it can harm an unborn fetus. I've put together a quick summary of what can happen if you touch mercury and what you should do. You are welcome to add your own experiences with mercury, too. Friday, 9 August 2013
Have You Ever Touched Mercury?
Have you ever touched mercury? I'll admit that, back in the day, my science classmates and I used to push it around with pencils and fingers. We didn't think anything of it and we didn't seem to suffer any ill effects. Yet, touching mercury or breathing vapors that accompany the metal does leave lasting effects and can cause serious and lasting organ impairment, plus it can harm an unborn fetus. I've put together a quick summary of what can happen if you touch mercury and what you should do. You are welcome to add your own experiences with mercury, too. 
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