Oxidation States of Sulfur (S) [& Origin, Uses, Discovery ... 2022

Atoms may form different ions and have different oxidation states, even Sulfur. Ok, so what are the common oxidation states for an atom of S?

Note: Learn more about the oxidation states here.

In the case of Sulfur the most common oxidation states is (±2,4,(6)). There are also cool facts about Sulfur that most don't know about. Let me show you...

Sulfur Data

Sulfur Oxidation States

±2,4,(6)

Discovery

Discovered By: Known to the ancients.
Year: Unknown
Location: Unknown

Sources

Found in pure form and in ores like cinnabar, galena, sphalerite and stibnite. Pure form is obtained from undergound deposits by the Frasch process.

Atomic Mass

32,066

Learn more about the atomic mass.

Uses

Used in matches, gunpowder, medicines, rubber and pesticides, dyes and insecticides. Also for making sulfuric acid (H2SO4).

Description

Tasteless, odorless, pale yellow, brittle solid. Tenth most abundant element in the universe.

Atomic Symbol

S

Name Origin

Latin: sulphur (brimstone).

Atomic Number

16

Learn more about the atomic number.

State at 20 °C

Solid

Want to learn more details and data about Sulfur (S)? Check my Elements Comprehensive List.

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Video

Are you having trouble understanding the basics of atomic elements? This video will walk you through:

• What is an element
• What is a substance
• What Elements look like
• How a small number of atoms can be joined and form completely different substances

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