Assertion : Elementary phosphorus exists in three principal allotropic forms, i.e., white (yellow), red (or violet) and black.
Reason : Of the three forms, white phosphorus is the most important and most reactive.

Options

A. Statement 1 is True, Statement 2 is True, Statement 2 is Correct explanation for Statement 1.
B. Statement I is True, Statement 2 is True, Statement 2 is NOT a correct explanation for Statement I.
C. Statement I is True, Statement 2 is False.
D. Statement 1 is False, Statement 2 is True.

Answer

B

Explanation

Depending upon whether P, molecules exist as discrete molecules held together by weak van der Waals forces or are covalently bonded with one another to form polymeric structures, phosphorus exists in three allotropic forms: