mineral
Sulphur
Sulfur (S)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness 1.5 to 2.5 on the Mohs scale, bright yellow color, resinous to greasy luster, and specific gravity around 2.1.
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Physical properties
Hardness 1.5 to 2.5 on the Mohs scale, bright yellow color, resinous to greasy luster, and specific gravity around 2.1.
Formation & geological history
Formed primarily around hot springs, volcanic fumaroles, and in sedimentary evaporite deposits.
Uses & applications
Used extensively in industrial manufacturing of sulfuric acid, fertilizer production, and vulcanization of rubber.
Geological facts
Native sulfur has been known since antiquity and burns with a characteristic blue flame producing sulfur dioxide.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its vibrant yellow color, low hardness, and distinctive odor when struck or warmed.
