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Sulfur

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A sulfur crystal
A sulfur crystal

Sulfur is a pale, yellow, odorless element, commonly found in minerals. Most sulfur is used in the manufacture of sulfuric acid (H2SO4).

Properties

  • Atomic number: 16
  • Atomic weight: 32.065
  • Melting point: 388.36 K (115.21°C or 239.38°F)
  • Boiling point: 717.75 K (444.60°C or 832.28°F)
  • Density: 2.067 grams per cubic centimeter
  • Phase at room temperature: Solid
  • Element classification: Non-metal
  • Period number: 3
  • Group number: 16
  • Group name: Chalcogen[1]

References

  1. http://education.jlab.org/itselemental/ele016.html
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