Disulfur

Disulfur is a chemical compound that consists of two sulfur atoms. It is a molecule with the chemical formula of S2. Disulfur is a component of sulfur vapor, which is made up of a mixture of sulfur molecules made up of different numbers of sulfur atoms.

Properties

Disulfur is a red, polyatomic nonmetal that is part of the Chalcogen group on the periodic table. It is less electronegative than oxygen but more electronegative than selenium, tellurium, and polonium. Disulfur is a radical molecule, meaning it has an unpaired electron.

Formation

Disulfur can be formed through the combination of two sulfur atoms. This can occur in a number of ways, such as through the heating of sulfur or through the reaction of sulfur with other substances.

Uses

Disulfur is used in a variety of applications. It is used in the production of sulfuric acid, a common industrial chemical. It is also used in the production of sulfur compounds, which are used in a variety of industries, including the rubber, paper, and pharmaceutical industries.

See also

• Sulfur
• Sulfur compounds
• Sulfuric acid

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