in other words, what are the differences between sulfur and magnesium?
2007-10-16 17:17:17 · 1 answers · asked by azncutie45 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Earth Sciences & Geology
Sulfur is A pale yellow nonmetallic element occurring widely in nature in several free and combined allotropic forms. It is used in black gunpowder, rubber vulcanization, the manufacture of insecticides and pharmaceuticals, and in the preparation of sulfur compounds such as hydrogen sulfide and sulfuric acid. Atomic number 16; atomic weight 32.066; melting point (rhombic) 112.8C, (monoclinic) 119.0C; boiling point 444.6C; specific gravity (rhombic) 2.07, (monoclinic) 1.957; valence 2, 4, 6.
Magnesium is A light, silvery-white, moderately hard metallic element that in ribbon or powder form burns with a brilliant white flame. It is used in structural alloys, pyrotechnics, flash photography, and incendiary bombs. Atomic number 12; atomic weight 24.305; melting point 649C; boiling point 1,090C; specific gravity 1.74 (at 20C); valence 2.
Magnesium and sulfur together play a cool role in fireworks. they are two of five of the main ingredients.
2007-10-16 18:05:53 · answer #1 · answered by Kristenite’s Back! 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋