Question

phosphorus is stored in water




Give reason for your answer​

Answer 1

Answer:

White Phosphorus is stored under water and not kerosene. It is kept submerged in water because it is a highly reactive metal and when it is exposed to air it autoignition as its ignition temperature is low. When exposed to air, it is oxidized rapidly to phosphorus pentoxide.

Answer 2

Answer:

Phosphorus is a very reactive non-metal and catches fire when exposed to air. So in order to protect phosphorus from atmospheric air, it is stored in water.