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The phosphorus used in the manufacture o...

The phosphorus used in the manufacture of safety matches is

A

Red phosphorus

B

Blank phosphorus

C

White phosphorus

D

Scarlet phosphorus

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The correct Answer is:
A
Red phosphorous is used in the safety matches because it shows phosphorescence and cannot be converted to white phosphorous on heating.
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