16 S Sulfur 32.06 u

Sulfur

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Period
3
Group
16
Block
p-block
Phase (STP)
Solid

Sulfur is a bright yellow nonmetal known since antiquity. It is essential for amino acids and widely used in sulfuric acid production.

Appearance: Lemon yellow

Physical Properties

Atomic Mass 32.06 u
Density 2.067 g/cm³
Melting Point 115.2 °C
Boiling Point 444.6 °C
Phase at STP Solid
Atomic Radius 88.0 pm

Electronic Properties

Electronegativity 2.58
Ionization Energy 999.6 eV
Electron Affinity 200.0 eV
Valence Electrons 6

Electron Configuration

Configuration [Ne] 3s² 3p⁴

Electron Shell Configuration

Sulfur electron shell configuration S 2e⁻ 8e⁻ 6e⁻

Position in Periodic Table

Sulfur position in the periodic table S

Discovery

Discovered by: Ancient

Compounds Containing Sulfur

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sulfur?
Sulfur (S) is a chemical element with atomic number 16. It is a solid at standard temperature and pressure, classified as a nonmetal.
What are the key properties of Sulfur?
Sulfur has an atomic mass of 32.06 u, density of 2.067 g/cm³, melting point of 115.2°C, boiling point of 444.6°C.
What is the electron configuration of Sulfur?
The electron configuration of Sulfur is [Ne] 3s2 3p4. It is in the p-block of the periodic table.
Who discovered Sulfur?
Sulfur was discovered by Ancient.
What is the electronegativity of Sulfur?
Sulfur has an electronegativity of 2.58 on the Pauling scale.