10 grade science
What is the chemical formula of Cinnabar?
What is the chemical formula of Cinnabar?
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Cinnabar is a mineral composed primarily of mercury sulfide. Its chemical formula is:
HgS
Explanation:
Elements Involved:
Hg stands for mercury (element 80 in the periodic table).
S stands for sulfur (element 16 in the periodic table).
Composition:
Each molecule of cinnabar contains one mercury atom and one sulfur atom.
Structure:
Cinnabar crystallizes in a trigonal system, typically forming in a red to reddish-brown color.
Summary:
The chemical formula for cinnabar is HgS, indicating that it consists of one mercury atom and one sulfur atom.
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