Cinnabar, also known as cinnabar, dansha, red dan, mercury sand, is a natural ore, the main component is mercury sulfide, mercury content up to 862%。The color of cinnabar is bright red, and the pure cinnabar can show the luster of diamonds, so it is widely used to make jewelry, paintings, etc. In ancient times, cinnabar was regarded as a mascot and was used to ward off evil spirits, pray for blessings, and heal diseases.
The formation of cinnabar is related to modern volcanism and is a typical low-temperature hydrothermal mineral. In ancient times, it was widely believed that cinnabar had miraculous effects, such as calming the nerves, clearing heat and detoxifying, and brightening the eyes. However, modern scientific studies have shown that cinnabar contains a large amount of mercury, which is harmful to humans. Therefore, we should be careful not to overdo it or be exposed to cinnabar for a long time.
The production areas of cinnabar are mainly distributed in China, Mexico, the United States, Spain and other places. In China, Hunan, Sichuan, Yunnan and other places are the main production areas of cinnabar. The mining and processing process of cinnabar is relatively complex, and it takes multiple processes to obtain pure cinnabar crystals.
In modern times, in addition to being used to make jewelry, cinnabar is also widely used in traditional Chinese medicine, laser technology and other fields. In the field of traditional Chinese medicine, cinnabar is used for heart palpitations, insomnia, epilepsy and other diseases. In the field of laser technology, cinnabar crystals are used to make high-precision instruments such as lasers.
However, since cinnabar contains a large amount of mercury, which is harmful to humans, it should be used with caution. Pregnant women and children should avoid contact with cinnabar. When using cinnabar, one should follow the advice and guidance of a doctor or professional.
In conclusion, cinnabar is a natural mineral that contains a lot of mercury, which is harmful to the human body. Although there are many fields of application in modern times, we should use them with caution to avoid causing harm to the human body. When using cinnabar, one should follow the advice and guidance of a professional.