99 Percentile Qs Bank for JEE MainChemistryp Block Elements (Group 15, 16, 17 & 18)
Which among the following phosphorus is most reactive?
Options
- ARed phosphorus
- BWhite phosphorus
- CScarlet phosphorus
- DViolet phosphorus
Correct answer
B. White phosphorus
Step-by-step solution
White phosphorus is highly reactive, due to angle strain bursting into flames when exposed to air, and is thus stored under water.