Anomalies found in high P c/a ratios of HCP Cd, consistent with experimental results.
High pressure lattice parameters of BCT Hg calculated for first time.
Phase transition pressures of Hg calculated for first time using FPLAPW method.
Elastic constants of BCT and HCP Hg calculated for first time.
Mechanical stability of BCT and HCP Hg at various pressures discussed for first time.