Section Element in HTML5

The section element was introduced for Semantic structure in HTML5 documents.

The code:
<section></section>
Represents a generic document or application section.

It can be used together with the h1, h2, h3, h4, h5, and h6 elements to indicate the document structure and level of importance.

The use of sections means that the author can use heading elements throughout, without having to worry about whether a section is at a particular level.

Jumping Right In

For those who want to jump right in to using the new tags in HTML 5, the section tag can be used to replace the division tag. Study the lessons on the division tag and apply all elements of use to the section element.

The section tag accepts Global Attributes.

For a complete list of New HTML5 Elements visit W3.org