Sulfur is an element with atomic number 16 and symbol S. It belongs to group 16 on the periodic table and can form compounds with various oxidation states.
Related terms
Element: A substance made up of only one type of atom.
Periodic Table: A chart that organizes elements based on their atomic number, properties, and electron configurations.
Oxidation State: A measure of the degree of oxidation or reduction of an atom within a compound.