Because of its high cohesion and low adhesion to the glass, mercury does not spread out to cover the top of the flask, and if enough is placed in the flask to cover the bottom, it exhibits a strongly convex meniscus, whereas the meniscus of water is concave.
Patient Scenario. Initial visit: A 70-year-old black man presents for an initial visit to consider prevention of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD). A friend recently had a stroke and he is concerned that he may be at risk as well. Past medical history: Bleeding duodenal ulcer 10 years ago.
Estimates of 10-year risk for ASCVD are based on data from multiple community-based populations and are applicable to African-American and non-Hispanic white men and women 40 through 79 years of age.