concept   quicksilver
culture   Western culture
statement   Quicksilver, synonymous with mercury, is a toxic substance historically used in Western scientific, industrial, and alchemical applications.

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1 quicksilver Western culture Quicksilver is known as a historical term for the element mercury, which has been used in various scientific and industrial applications. 1
2 quicksilver Western culture Quicksilver is a toxic substance and should be handled with extreme caution due to its mercury content. 1
3 quicksilver Western culture Quicksilver is a dangerous and toxic substance, traditionally used in thermometers and as a component in dental amalgam. 1
4 quicksilver Western culture Quicksilver is often associated with the element mercury and is used in scientific research and as a historical substance for alchemy. 1