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What is sulphur?

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One of the chemical elements, with atomic number 16.

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Is sulphur powder the same as sulphur?
yes
Is sulphur dioxide the same as sulphur?
No, sulfur is an element and sulfur dioxide is a gaseous compound.Sulfur dioxide is the combustion product of sulfur in an oxygen atmosphere (S+O2 --> SO2) Where sulfur is an element, sulfur...
Where do you get sulphur?
Sulphur can be found in the Earth's Crust. And also in Sulphur-Rich gas and oil.
What is the valency of sulphur in sulphur trioxide?
Valency of sulphur in sulphur trioxide is 6.
How reactive is sulphur?
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