Archaeological discoveries

Where are non metals found in nature?

Noble gases. These are helium (He), neon (Ne), argon (Ar), krypton (Kr), xenon (Xe), and radon (Rn). They are found in very small amounts in the Earth's atmosphere, and as trace impurities in natural gas.

Halogens. These are fluorine (F), chlorine (Cl), bromine (Br), iodine (I), and astatine (At). They are found in seawater, salt deposits, and in some minerals.

Oxygen (O). This is the most abundant element in the Earth's crust, and is found in air, water, and as oxides of other elements.

Other non-metals. Some other non-metals are found in nature, including nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), sulfur (S), selenium (Se), and tellurium (Te). These are found in various minerals, ores, and compounds.