NiHg

metal
· JVASP-7636· NiHg

NiHg is an intermetallic compound formed between nickel and mercury, belonging to the family of mercury-based metallic systems. This material is primarily of academic and research interest rather than widespread industrial use, as it exhibits the characteristic brittleness and phase stability challenges common to intermetallic compounds. NiHg and related mercury alloys have been investigated in specialized electrochemical applications, historical dental/medical contexts, and materials research exploring novel metallic systems, though modern applications are limited due to mercury's toxicity concerns and environmental restrictions in most industrial regions.

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Compliance & Regulations

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Bulk Modulus(K)
18,313.9
ksi
Poisson's Ratio(ν)
0.4200
-
Shear Modulus(G)
5,340.3
ksi
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Density(ρ)
0.4972
lb/in³
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Band Gap(Eg)
0.000
eV
Magnetic Moment(μB)
0.000
µB
Seebeck Coefficient(S)
-19.95
µV/K
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)
0.3520
eV/atom
Formation Energy(ΔHf)
0.3520
eV/atom
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Regulatory Screening

Environmental

Export Control

RoHS, REACH, and Prop 65 statuses are validated against official substance lists (ECHA SVHC Candidate List, OEHHA Prop 65, RoHS Annex II). Other regulations are estimated from composition and material classification. All screening is a starting point for due diligence — always verify with your supplier before making compliance decisions.
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