Question

How does sulphur occur in nature?

Answer 1

1. Sulphur mainly occurs as combined minerals in nature, not in free form.
2. It is found in sulphide ores like iron pyrites (FeS₂) and zinc blende (ZnS).
3. Sulphur can also be found in elemental form, especially around volcanic regions.
4. Sulphur occurs in different allotropes, like rhombic and monoclinic sulphur.
5. Sulphur deposits are often formed by volcanic activity or sedimentary deposits of sulphur compounds.