Question

phosphorus is kept stored in water

Answer 1

here is your ans :- White phosphorus should be keptunder water, as it is dangerously reactive in air, and it should be handled with forceps, as contact with the skin may cause severe burns.

Answer 2

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Phosphorus (P4) is kept in water to avoid Oxidation by the Oxygen present in the Air. Phosphorus is insoluble in water. Phosphorus react vigorously with Oxygen present in air. ... When it is  stored in water it maintains its ignite temperature.
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