Description

It is an essential element for all life, but almost always in the form of organosulfur compounds or metal sulfides. Three Amino Acids (“Cysteine” HOOC-CH-(NH₂)-CH₂-SH, “Cystine” SCH₂CH(NH₂)CO₂H)₂, and “Methionine “(M) and two vitamins (“Biotin“ or (B7) and “Thiamine” or (B1)) are organosulfur compounds. Many cofactors also contain Sulfur, including “Glutathione“, “Thioredoxin“, and “Iron–Sulfur” proteins. Disulfides, S–S bonds, confer mechanical strength and insolubility of the protein Keratin, found in outer skin, hair, and feathers. It is one of the core chemical elements needed for biochemical functioning and is an elemental macronutrient for all living organisms. It is one of the most important elements and is essential for life. Its an integral component of the world economy used to manufacture many products including several chemicals and fertilizers. It is also is a vital nutrient for Humans, Crops and Animals.