[{"from": "human", "value": "What can you tell me about this molecule? [Cl][Hg][Cl]"}, {"from": "gpt", "value": "The molecule is a highly toxic compound that volatizes slightly at ordinary temperature and appreciably at 100 degrees C. It is corrosive to mucous membranes and used as a topical antiseptic and disinfectant. Mercuric chloride was used to disinfect wounds by Arab physicians in the Middle Ages but modern medicine has since deemed it unsafe for use."}]