Hg (Noun)
Meaning 1
A heavy silvery toxic univalent and bivalent metallic element; the only metal that is liquid at ordinary temperatures.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- Mercury, also known as quicksilver or hydrargyrum, is a chemical element with the symbol Hg and atomic number 80.
- The symbol Hg is derived from the Greek word hydrargyros, meaning liquid silver.
- In ancient times, Hg was used to extract gold and silver from ores.
- Exposure to Hg can cause damage to the brain, kidneys, and other organs.
- Hg is used in thermometers, barometers, and other scientific instruments due to its unique properties.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
100 grams.
Classification
Nouns denoting quantities and units of measure.
Examples
- The hg of sugar was just the right amount for the recipe.
- She carefully measured out 100 grams, or one hg, of flour for the cake.
- The recipe called for 2 hg of chocolate chips, which was a lot more than she expected.
- The hg of coffee was just enough to make a few cups for the morning.
- The pharmacist carefully weighed out one hg of the medication for the patient.