Allotropy of phosphorus: What is the molecular formula of elemental (white) phosphorus as commonly encountered? Recall the tetra-atomic molecular form of white phosphorus. Choose the correct option.
IIT JEE
Chemistry
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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AP₁
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BP₂
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CP₃
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DP₄
Answer
Correct Answer: P₄
Explanation
Concept/ApproachWhite phosphorus exists as discrete P₄ tetrahedral molecules. (Red/black phosphorus are polymeric/allotropic forms.)
Final AnswerP₄