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Introduction of Phosphorus
Phosphorus is a chemical element that has the symbol P and atomic number 15. It is an important element in biology and is essential to all living cells. Phosphorus is a nonmetal that is a white solid at room temperature. It is the most important element in fertilizers and is also used in fireworks, matches, and other explosives.
Nutritional Role Red Phosphorus
Red phosphorus is a form of phosphorus that is found in some foods. It is important for human health because it helps the body to make energy and to function properly. Red phosphorus is especially important for growing children and teenagers.
What is Red Phosphorus?
Red phosphorus is a common, non-toxic, inorganic solid. It used in matches, fireworks, and explosives. It is a white, waxy, flammable solid that is soluble in alcohol and ether.
Structure of Red Phosphorus
Red phosphorus is a soft, waxy, translucent solid that is insoluble in water but soluble in carbon disulfide. It is composed of tetrahedral phosphorus atoms linked by covalent bonds. The tetrahedral structure held together by van der Waals forces. Red phosphorus less reactive than white phosphorus and used in fireworks and matches.
Properties of Red Phosphorus
Red phosphorus is a brittle, red, lustrous, waxy solid. It is insoluble in water and has a melting point of 44.3 degrees Celsius. It is a poor conductor of electricity and is not flammable.
Preparation of Red Phosphorus
Red phosphorus is a colorless, transparent, and brittle solid. It prepared by the thermal decomposition of white phosphorus.
White Phosphorus
White Phosphorous is an inorganic compound with the molecular formula P4. It is a waxy solid that is slightly soluble in water and emits a faint, unpleasant, garlic-like odor. It is a highly reactive, poisonous, and flammable solid that ignites spontaneously in air.
Red Phosphorous is an inorganic compound with the molecular formula P4. It is a waxy solid that is slightly soluble in water and emits a faint, unpleasant, garlic-like odor. It is a highly reactive, poisonous, and flammable solid that ignites spontaneously in air.
Applications of Red Phosphorus
Red phosphorus used in some fireworks and explosives. It also used in matches, where it mixed with potassium chlorate and sulfur to create a substance that ignites when scratched.
