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  • Sulfur (S): Properties, Characteristics & Uses - Element Data
    Element Symbol - S

    Atomic Number - 16

    Atomic Mass - 32.066

    Melting Point - 112.8 °C (235.0 °F)

    Boiling Point - 444.6 °C (832.3 °F)

    Density - 1.854 g/cm³ (20 °C)

    Color - Bright yellow

    State of Matter - Solid at room temperature

    Element Group - Group 16 (chalcogens)

    Description:

    Sulfur is a non-metallic chemical element with the symbol S and atomic number 16. It is a bright yellow solid at room temperature and is brittle and odorless. Sulfur is an abundant element and can be found in many different minerals such as pyrite, sulfur ore, and gypsum. It is also found in organic matter, such as plants and animals. Sulfur has a wide variety of uses including in fertilizers, rubber production, gunpowder, and batteries.

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