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Can phosphorus be posion?
White phosphorus is very dangerous and not just because it is poisonous. Red phosphorus is considered less poisonous.
What is the mass number of phosphrus?
Phosphorus is a non metal element. Atomic mass of it is 31.
What is the oxidation number of phosphorus in white phosphorus?
The oxidation number of phosphorus in white phosphorus is 0.
What element has a red and white form?
Phosphorus is an element that has a red and white form. The red form is known as red phosphorus, while the white form is known as white phosphorus.
Does white phosphorus burn easily?
White phosphorus is very flammable.
Can white phosphorus be stored inside the mouth for a brief period during a magic show and then spit it out to produce fire?
No, it is extremely dangerous to store white phosphorus in the mouth. White phosphorus can ignite spontaneously in contact with air and can cause severe burns or even be fatal if ingested or inhaled. It should never be used in magic shows as a fire-producing effect.
How poisonous is red phosphorus?
As compared to white phosphorus, it is not so dangerous, as it is not poisonous and it does ignite spontaneously in air, if temperature is below 260 ºC. So, it is relatively stable and less reactive than white phosphorus.
Which common allotropes are red and white?
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What are unusual facts about phosphorus?
Phosphorus has four allotropes which have remarkably different properties. White, Red, Yellow, and Violet. It is the origin word for phosphorescence. All in all a fascinating, and dangerous element, and quite essential for life.
Is phosphorus harmful or dangerous?
Phosphorus is toxic. It can be acutely toxic in larger quantities, and can cause a gruesome condition called "phossy jaw" in lower doses. Phosphorus is also pyrophoric, meaning it will spontaneously ignite in air. The oxide formed from burning phosphorus is also toxic.
Where can you find white phosphorus?
Unless you are a scientist working on weapons, nowhere. White phosphorus is very dangerous and deadly, so any possession of it without a license is a crime. You can't get the license anyway unless you are a weaponist.
What is the most common type of phosphorus?
I believe the most common type of phosphorus is white phosphorus's, which is known for glowing in the dark.
