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Mineral

Native Sulfur

Native Sulfur — reference photo

Native Sulfur is a mineral with the chemical formula S. It has a Mohs hardness of 1.5 - 2.5 and resinous to waxy luster.

Native Sulfur properties

TypeMineral
Chemical formulaS
Mohs hardness1.5 - 2.5
LusterResinous to waxy
Typical colorsBright yellow, can also be orange, red, or brown
FormationTypically forms from volcanic gases and can occur in sedimentary deposits
Rarity4 / 10

Mohs hardness 1.5–2.5 — very soft

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