Chemistry, asked by srivalliatchyutuni, 4 months ago

Why is phosphorus stored immersed in water and not simply kept in a closed jar

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Answered by rinkyyy

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Answer:

cause when exposed to air it explodes

Answered by vibhamandal05

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Explanation:

White phosphorus is insoluble in water and is therefore stored underwater to prevent oxidation. ... White phosphorus is luminous in the dark, poisonous and flammable, igniting spontaneously in the air unless stored underwater

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