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The phosphorus ion P- is highly reactive.
In fact, the high bond energy is what powers almost all cellular activity. (See Adenosine TriPhosphate, commonly called ATP.)
Phosphorus, however, also tends to bond with oxygen, creating less active phosphate radicals (PO4). This becomes phosphoric acid (what makes cola taste like cola) or can bond with positive ions to form compounds such as calcium phosphate (found in your bones).
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 13y agoIn the P4 molecule, the angle between bonds is small, only 60°. This results in bond angle strain, which makes the molecule unstable.
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Is phosphorus a very reactive non-metal?
Yes, very reactive, more than silicon, nitrogen and sulfur (neighbours in periodic table. But it is not the most reactive nonmetal, which is fluorine.
Which non metal is kept under water and why?
Phosphorus - to keep the oxygen in the air from oxidizing it.
What is more reactive than phosphorus?
NOONE
Why do phosphorus smoulder?
The molecules of phosphorus are unstable, making the phosphorus highly reactive. It reacts readily with oxygen in the air.
Is phosphorus a metal nonmetal or metalloid?
Phosphorus is a non-metal. because It has Non - metal properties Like it is Brittle non lustrous etc .
Is phosphorus is reactive non metal?
Yes, very reactive, more than silicon, nitrogen and sulfur (neighbours in Periodic Table. But it is not the most reactive nonmetal, which is fluorine.
Is phosphorus a very reactive non-metal?
Yes, very reactive, more than silicon, nitrogen and sulfur (neighbours in periodic table. But it is not the most reactive nonmetal, which is fluorine.
Is carbon more reactive than phosphorus?
NO, not in their pure form. Phosphorus is much more reactive.
Which non metal is kept under water and why?
Phosphorus - to keep the oxygen in the air from oxidizing it.
Phosphorus a noble gas?
No. Phosphorus is solid at room temperature and is highly reactive.
What is the reactivity of phosphorus?
phosphorous is a highly reactive nonmetal but fluorine is more reactive
Is phosophorus a metal?
No. Phosphorus is a reactive nonmetal.
What is more reactive than phosphorus?
NOONE
Why do phosphorus smoulder?
The molecules of phosphorus are unstable, making the phosphorus highly reactive. It reacts readily with oxygen in the air.
Why phosphorus stored in water whereas sodium stored in kerosene?
Because phosphorus is very reactive non metal. It catches fire if exposed to air. To prevent the contact of phosphorus with atmospheric oxygen,it is stored in water. Whereas,sodium is very reactive. It reacts vigorously with oxygen and water. A lot of heat is generated in the reaction. It is, therefore,stored in kerosene
Is helium reactive or non reactive?
helium is non reactive.
What is non reactive?
non -reactive
