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Meltan | Meltan is based on a hexagonal {{wp|Nut (hardware)|nut}},<ref name="GameSpot LGPE"/> and its tail resembles an exposed wire. Its lower body is based on {{wp|gallium}},<ref name=Guide /> a metallic element with a relatively low melting point of about 86 °F (30 °C). Gallium is used to make {{wp|semiconductor}}s, and can easily "attack" other metals, such as aluminium and tin, to form {{wp|alloy}}s that are either very brittle or liquid at room temperature. These may be referenced with Meltan's liquid body, electric affinity, and ability to absorb metals. | ||
Meltan may also be inspired by {{wp|Mercury (element)|mercury}}, a metallic element that is liquid at room temperature. Much like gallium, mercury can also conduct electricity, as well as react with many other metals to form alloys known as {{wp|Amalgam (chemistry)|amalgams}}. | Meltan may also be inspired by {{wp|Mercury (element)|mercury}}, a metallic element that is liquid at room temperature. Much like gallium, mercury can also conduct electricity, as well as react with many other metals to form alloys known as {{wp|Amalgam (chemistry)|amalgams}}. | ||