SULFUR

WHAT IS IT?

• Nonmetal
• Reacts as an oxidant
• Reduces strong oxidents
• Bright yellow
• Bad odor

HOW IS MADE?

• Occurs naturally
• Yellowish crystal
• Underground
• Absorbed by plants

WHERE DO ANIMALS GET IT FROM?

• Eating plants
• Eating other animals

WHAT DO ANIMALS USE IT FOR?

• Functions in amino acids
• Protein in tissue
• Keratin for skin, hair,and claws or hoofs
• Strength in feathers

WHAT PROBLEMS ARE RELATED?

• Sulfite oxidase deficiency
• Cause physical deformities and even death