Why is water used to store phosphorous
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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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Because phosphorus is very reactive non metal. ... To prevent the contact of phosphorus with atmospheric oxygen,it is stored in water.
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