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Sulfur
Sulfur
Mineral Properties and Uses
Physical Properties of Sulfur |
| Uses |
sulfuric acid, fertilizers, sulfur compounds |
| Color |
sulfur yellow |
| Streak |
white |
| Luster |
resinous |
| Diaphaneity |
transparent to translucent |
| Cleavage |
none |
| Mohs Hardness |
1.5 - 2.5 |
| Specific Gravity |
2.0 - 2.1 |
| Distinguishing Characteristics |
color, hardness |
| Crystal System |
orthorhombic |
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