Sulfur Facts
Chemical Symbol S
Atomic number 16
Atomic weight 32.06
Solid
Non-metal
Yellow crystalline solid
In its pure state, sulfur has no smell
Many sulfur compounds have odor of rotten eggs.
Has no taste
Sulfur is known as Brimstone is an ancient name that means "burn stone".
Sulfur has low melting temparature. It melts at 115.21°C.
Sulfur is poor conductor of heat.
Molten sulfur is red liquid.
Sulfur is a reactive element and forms stable compounds with all elements except the noble gases.
Sulfur forms over 30 solid allotropes, more than any other element.
Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) is a reducing agent. It is used for bleaching bread.