Mineralogy Spring 2013 Amanda Patterson Mineral Commodity Sulfur Sulfur is a nonmetallic element that was founded in 1777 by Antoine Lavoisier. The element falls in the sixteenth group of the periodic table. Sulfur’s symbol is S and it’s atomic weight is 32.064 grams. Sulfur is derived from Sanskrit Sulrive and the Latin word Sulphurium. Sulfur is a yellow nonmetallic element that has no odor and no taste. Sulfur is a critical raw element that industrial nations use for certain processes and of
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Sulfur Cycle Sulfur (S)‚ the tenth most abundant element in the universe‚ is a brittle‚ yellow‚ tasteless‚ and odorless non-metallic element. It comprises many vitamins‚ proteins‚ and hormones that play critical roles in both climate and in the health of various ecosystems. The majority of the Earth’s sulfur is stored underground in rocks and minerals‚ including as sulfate salts buried deep within ocean sediments. The sulfur cycle contains both atmospheric and terrestrial processes. Within the
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FACTORS AFFECTING SULFUR MINERALIZATION Sulfur content of organic matter Mineralization of sulfur depends on the sulfur content of the decomposing material in much the same way that nitrogen mineralization depends on the nitrogen content. Smaller amounts of S042- are liberated from low sulfur containing residue‚ which is similar to nitrogen mineralization. At or below a C/S ratio of approximately 200/1 only mineralization of sulfur occurs. Source of mineralizable sulfur Because of the contribution
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Ancestry and History of Sulfur Sulfur has been known to man since ancient times. In fact‚ it is mentioned in the Bible under the name “brimstone” at fifteen different places. Ancient peoples also used sulfur‚ in the form of sulfur dioxide‚ for household tasks such as bleaching cloth and preserving wine. The ancient Greeks were known to use sulfur as a fumigant. Because sulfur has been used since ancient times‚ no one is credited with its discovery; however‚ Antoine Lavoisier was influential in the
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I started with answering the question of what sulfur is. Sulfur is known for being a natural element‚ and being used as a chemical. It is commonly seen as a yellow substance that comes in a crystalized form. It is found in volcanic areas‚ and also deep underneath the ground. My research tells me it makes up “0.05% of the Earth’s crust” (Net). When burned‚ its distinctive odor when burned makes it hard to swallow‚ and can make one suffocate. It has the property of burning very easily‚ and has corrosive
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Sulfur Physical and chemical properties: Sulfur is classified as an odourless‚ tasteless‚ soft‚ light yellow solid. It is insoluble in water‚ but is soluble in carbon disulfide. Sulfur is very reactive; it reacts with all metals except gold and platnium‚ forming sulfides. It also forms compounds with various non-metallic elements. Sulfur forms over 30 solid allotropes. Sulfur is a chalogen (group 16 of the periodic table) and a non metal. Sulfur’s atomic weight is 32.06. It has 16 electrons‚ protons
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First of all‚ what is sulfur hexafluoride (SF6)? SF6 is a non-toxic‚ nonflammable and noncorrosive gas. SF6 has almost the same chemical properties of a noble gas and it does not react with other materials. Under standard conditions‚ SF6 is colorless and odorless gas in high electrical components. Furthermore‚ SF6 also inhibits surface erosion and oxidation. It has high partial vapor pressure at both normal and low temperatures. SF6 also has an excellent heat transfer. Its high molecular weight and
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Elements Of Drama The dictionary definition of Drama is the activity of acting‚ or simply a play for theatre‚ the elements however that make up this intricate and diverse art form are far more complex than the concluding definition. The elements of Drama are essentially building blocks that culminate in the finality of this wholesome‚ rigorous activity. A simple way to understand a form as complex as Drama‚ is to look at it as a physical project‚ like building a house. The first and most important
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Literary Themes and Elements Bobbie Meadows ENG.125 Instructor Chunn January 14‚ 2013 The theme of a short story is the idea behind the plot of the story. In other words‚ it is not the actual events that happened throughout the story‚ but what the story is telling you. There are certain aspects that enhance the theme such as the elements of the story. These elements include but are not limited to the setting‚ the point of view‚ and symbolism. “The Welcome Table” by Alice Walker (1970) communicates
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While assuming the role of a responding investigator‚ I would apply the three basic elements of an investigation. The first element is searching the crime scene. The search of the crime scene is to look for any clues and for evidence that may like to the crime. These object or material may be anything that may serve as tool by witch I can use to give a good idea of what may happen during the crime. The next element is to Collecting and preserving evidence found at the scene. Evidence that links
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