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Sulfur

ID: 42

Sulfur

Chemical Formula

S₈

Hardness (Mohs)

1.5 - 2.5

Crystal System

Orthorhombic

Streak

Colourless

Luster

Resinous, Greasy

Diaphaneity

Transparent, Translucent

Color

Yellow, sulphur-yellow, brownish or greenish yellow, orange, white

Density

2.07

Fun Facts

Known since ancient times, its distinctive "rotten egg" smell (when burned or combined) is easily recognizable, but pure sulfur is odorless. Fracture: Irregular/Uneven, Conchoidal.