JAMB - Chemistry (2001 - No. 16)

Phosphorus is stored under water to prevent it from

Dehydrating

Becoming inert

Smelling

Catching fire

Explanation

Phosphorus is a highly reactive nonmetal that can easily ignite when exposed to air. It is stored underwater to prevent it from reacting with oxygen and catching fire.

JAMB - Chemistry (2001 - No. 16)

Explanation

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