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    Question

    White phosphorus is stored in which of the following

    substances?
    A Kerosene oil Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Water Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Petrol Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Coconut oil Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    White phosphorus is a translucent white solid , is poisonous and insoluble in water. It glows in the dark (Chemiluminiscence). It is less stable and hence , more reactive. It is soluble in Carbon disulphide. Its molecular formula is P4. It is kept under water because it is highly reactive, and spontaneously combusts when exposed to the air. Hence, option B is correct.

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