What is the name of the element that has an atomic symbol Hg? How many protons does it have in its nucleus?

Question

I have been having trouble in my physical science class lately and I need help with my homework so I can bring my grade up. Right now, my grade is a 51%. That is an F. I hate getting F's.

Answer 1

Hg is Mercury. It's atomic number is 80, therefore it has 80 protons and 80 electrons. You can find it on the periodic table of elements.