Sulfur
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Sulfur
Sulfur is a yellow mineral that has a very strong smell! It is often found near volcanoes.
Appearance
The Sulfur is usually a vibrant canary-yellow mineral, often forming beautiful pyramid-shaped crystals or powdery masses. Its bright, opaque color makes it easily stand out against darker rocks, looking like solidified sunshine.
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Category
MineralRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
It can be found as a pure element, not mixed with other stuff.
It's a main ingredient in gunpowder, making big bangs possible!
Jupiter's moon Io has huge volcanoes erupting sulfur!
Your hair and nails contain sulfur, making them strong!
Special abilities
Ability
Melt Master
Sulfur has a very low melting point that makes it easily turn into a liquid with just a little heat!
Ability
Blue Flame Burner
Sulfur can easily catch fire and burn with a beautiful, ghostly blue flame, releasing a distinct smell.
Measurements & details
- Color Range
- yellow, canary yellow, brownish-yellow, greenish-yellow
- Hardness
- 2
- Luster
- resinous
- Specific Gravity
- 2.07
- Crystal System
- orthorhombic
Traits
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Frequently Asked Questions
What colors can Sulfur be?
yellow, canary yellow, brownish-yellow, greenish-yellow
How hard is Sulfur?
2
What kind of luster does Sulfur have?
resinous
What is Sulfur's specific gravity?
2.07
What crystal system does Sulfur belong to?
orthorhombic
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