Elastic Solids & Liquids at Low & Room Temperature

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In summary, there are several materials that are elastically solid at low temperatures but liquid at room temperature, such as mercury and Wood's metal. Galinstan is a nontoxic alternative for mercury and is not compatible with aluminum. It is possible to produce a small pipe filled with a liquid by using a wire-material that can be electroplated with a metal below its melting point. However, it is important to research compatibility with different metals before attempting this process.
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Is there any materials that is elastically solid (ductile that can be shaped into thin wires) at low temperatures but liquid at room temperatures?
 
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Mercury maybe depending on how low the temperature.
 
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woods metal is 70C mp. there are others all a few tens of degrees above room temp
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wood's_metal

As was stated mercury -39C mp
 
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Is there any material? Metal has a high melting point, it cannot be.
 
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Is the material electrically conductive ?
What colour is it ?
Does it smell ?
Where did you find it ?
What do you want to use it for ?

The metal elemental Gallium melts at a temperature of 29.76 °C
 
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The material necessary be nontoxic.
It must be viscous at liquid states.
I prefer an electrically conductive material and Non-Newtonian.

The reason why i wanted a material that is liquid at room temperature but ductile at its solid state is because i wanted to produce a very small pipe filled with that liquid. Is it possible for a wire-material to electroplate it with aluminum or other metal below its melting point? so that when it is heated to room temperature, i have a pipe filled with viscous liquid?
 
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Galinstan is a nontoxic alternative for Mercury in thermometers. These are generally not compatible with aluminum, but you'll need to do some research to see what metals they are compatible with. I would not attempt any electroplating - simply get tubes of compatible metals of the correct size and fill. You have limited choices for metals or alloys that are liquid at RT.
 
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1. What are elastic solids and liquids at low and room temperature?

Elastic solids and liquids at low and room temperature refer to materials that can deform under stress, but return to their original shape when the stress is removed. This behavior is known as elasticity and is a result of the intermolecular forces within the material.

2. What is the difference between elastic solids and liquids?

The main difference between elastic solids and liquids is their molecular structure. Solids have a fixed and ordered arrangement of molecules, whereas liquids have a less defined arrangement with molecules that can move more freely.

3. How does temperature affect the elasticity of solids and liquids?

Temperature can affect the elasticity of solids and liquids in various ways. In general, as temperature increases, the elasticity of solids decreases due to increased molecular motion. For liquids, the opposite is true, as increased temperature can increase the mobility of molecules, making them more elastic.

4. What are some real-life applications of elastic solids and liquids at low and room temperature?

Elastic solids and liquids have many practical applications. For example, rubber bands, springs, and bungee cords all rely on the elasticity of materials to function. In addition, many materials used in construction, such as concrete and steel, exhibit elastic properties at low and room temperature.

5. Can elastic solids and liquids be permanently deformed?

Yes, elastic solids and liquids can be permanently deformed if the stress applied is too great or if it is applied for an extended period. This can result in a decrease in the material's elasticity and a change in its properties. However, most elastic materials can withstand a certain amount of deformation before becoming permanently deformed.

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