Topic

Mercuric Chloride

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SCIENCE Apr 24, 2026

Mercuric chloride remains extremely toxic and still has documented uses.

Claim: Mercuric chloride (HgCl₂), historically known as corrosive sublimate, is now primarily restricted to laboratory research and industrial catalysis due to its extreme toxicity. SOME BS

HISTORY Apr 24, 2026

In the 18th century, Gerhard van Swieten used mercuric chloride to treat syphilis.

Claim: Mercuric chloride has been used historically for various purposes, including as a disinfectant and in the treatment of syphilis, with its use dating back to at least the 18th century. NOT BS