What is another word for metacinnabar?
Pronunciation: [mˌɛtəsˈɪnɐbˌɑː] (IPA) 
Metacinnabar is a mercury sulfide mineral that is found in various geological formations. It is also known as black mercury, and is used in the manufacture of fluorescent lamps, thermometers, and various chemicals. There are a few synonyms for this mineral, including mercury sulphide, mercury mono sulfide, and mercury sulfide black. Additionally, mercuric sulfide, cinnabar, and vermilion are also used as synonyms for metacinnabar. These synonyms refer to the variations of mercury sulfide with different chemical compositions and colors. However, despite having many synonyms, these minerals are distinct and have unique properties that are used in various fields such as jewelry making and medical science.
