Question

Among white phosphorus and red phosphorous which is more preferable for use in match sticks? Give a reason in support of your answer.

Answer 1

Answer:

bro red phosphorus is more preferable for th use in matchsticks

Explanation:

These chemicals do not ignite on their own, meaning that the match will not light from normal friction. This is because the striking surface contains the chemical needed for the potassium chlorate and sulphur to ignite: red phosphorus. ... Red phosphorus replaced white phosphorus in matches because it was much more stable.

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Answer 2

Answer:

Red phosphorus is one of the most common allotropes of phosphorus and is considered to be a derivative of the P4 molecule. It exists in an amorphous (non-crystalline) network of phosphorus atoms. It is found to be more stable than white phosphorus (another naturally occurring phosphorus allotrope). ,