Cinnabar (Mercury) : Properties, Formation, Uses and Sources
Cinnabar (Mercury) Modified date: 05/09/2023. Cinnabar is a naturally occurring mercury sulfide mineral with the chemical formula HgS. It is one of the most common and well-known sources of mercury. Cinnabar typically exhibits a striking red to reddish-brown color, which is often associated with its historical use as a pigment for …