Properties of p

What is the atomic number of phosphorus?

• 14

• 13

• 15

• 16

In which group of the periodic table is phosphorus located?

• Group 12

• Group 7

• Group 18

• Group 15

What is the most common allotrope of phosphorus?

• Red phosphorus

• Black phosphorus

• Yellow phosphorus

• White phosphorus

What is the chemical symbol for phosphorus?

• Ps

• F

• P

• Ph

What is the melting point of phosphorus?

• 65.3°C

• 50.9°C

• 44.1°C

• 32.7°C

What is the boiling point of phosphorus?

• Phosphorus sublimes directly from a solid to a gas at around 280.5 degrees Celsius.

• Phosphorus evaporates at 150 degrees Celsius.

• The boiling point of phosphorus is 200 degrees Celsius.

• Phosphorus boils at 350 degrees Celsius.

What are the main uses of phosphorus?

• Cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, electronics

• Solar panels, wind turbines, batteries

• Fertilizers, detergents, food and beverage production, flame retardants, steel and metal alloys

• Construction materials, automotive parts, textiles

What is the color of white phosphorus?

• Colorless

• Blue

• Green

• Red

What is the state of phosphorus at room temperature?

• liquid

• gas

• plasma

• solid

What are the health hazards associated with phosphorus exposure?

• Skin irritation, eye irritation, respiratory issues, organ damage or failure

• Hair loss, digestive problems, joint pain