Talk:Dust/@comment-70.164.250.74-20171012225004/@comment-4010415-20171014060203

Ah, mercury. It's toxic if absorbed through the skin or mucous membranes, if ingested, and if its vapors are inhaled. But it's so pretty to look at. Do we even still use mercury thermometers? *Looks it up* Nope, we use alcohol now. Much safer.