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Red phosphorus is used in the manufacture of safety matches. This is due to the fact that

 

(a)

it shows phosphorescence

(b)

at ordinary temperature, it is less reactive than other varieties of phosphorus

(c)

it cannot be converted to white phosphorus on heating

(d)

it does not react with halogen on heating



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Red phosphorus is used in the manufacture of safety matches. This is due to the fact that

 

(a)

it shows phosphorescence

(b)

at ordinary temperature, it is less reactive than other varieties of phosphorus

(c)

it cannot be converted to white phosphorus on heating

(d)

it does not react with halogen on heating

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Answer Key / Explanation : (b) -

at ordinary temperature, it is less reactive than other varieties of phosphorus

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