Which of the following statements about phosphorus is NOT correct?

  • A Phosphorus is a solid mineral
  • B Phosphorus is obtained by oxidation reaction of phosphate
  • C Phosphorus exists in two allotropic forms
  • D Both forms of phosphorus are interconvertible
  • E Yellow phosporus ignites when rubbed on a rough surface
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The correct answer is C. Phosphorus exists in two allotropic forms

The main allotropes of phosphorus include the white phosphorus, red phosphorus and black phosphorus.

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