Sulphur in History

He, Mr. Sulphur, Is an ancient friend of mine. Although his memory is fading, I remember: People have known him from The beginning of time; He was called "sulvere" in Sanskrit And named "sulphurium" by the Latins;

He even appeared in the Holy Bible under the name of "brimstone." More recently, in 1777, A  kind gentleman By the name of Lavoisier who excelled in chemistry and liked him much granted him the well-deserved title of "element."

Antoine Lavoisier (1743-1794)

And, in the 19th century, following Mendeleev's work, Mr. Sulphur even received a home. "Where?, " you might ask and the answer is this "Group 6, Periodic Table of Elements."

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