Here's why it's not a general term for liquid metals:
* Specificity: "Hydragyrum" refers specifically to mercury, not to all liquid metals.
* Etymology: The word "hydragyrum" comes from the Greek words "hydor" (water) and "argyros" (silver), reflecting the silvery appearance and fluidity of mercury.
* Historical Use: The term "hydragyrum" was primarily used by alchemists and early scientists to refer to mercury. It is not a common term today, with "mercury" being the preferred name.
While "hydragyrum" is an interesting historical term, it's not a general term for any liquid metal.