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Why is phosphorus kept under water???

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Answered by nileshkumarnirala25

White phosphorus is highly reactive, and spontaneously ignites at about 30°C in moist air. It is usually stored under water, to prevent exposure to the air. It is also extremely toxic, even in very small quantities.

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It is usually stored under water, to prevent exposure to the air.

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Why is phosphorus kept under water???​

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Why is phosphorus kept under water???