Chemistry · Qualitative analysis: Detection of nitrogen, sulphur, phosphorus and halogens

White phosphorus is stored in:

White phosphorus is stored in:

  • A. ether
  • B. water
  • C. alcohol
  • D. kerosene oi

Step-by-step solution

White phosphorus is highly reactive and ignites spontaneously in air. It is stored under water to prevent contact with oxygen, which would cause combustion.
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