Phosphorus exists in several allotropes including white, red and black forms with distinct reactivity and uses.
Properties of Phosphorus | White phosphorus is highly reactive and pyrophoric, while red and black forms are more stable and used industrially.
Uses of Phosphorus | Phosphorus is mined as phosphate rock and primarily used in fertilizers, detergents and industrial chemicals.
Isotopes of Phosphorus | Stable P 31 is the only stable isotope; white phosphorus is toxic and ignites spontaneously in air, requiring strict handling protocols.