Chapter 9, Problem 67RQ

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The structure of red phosphorus is to be proposed and the reactivity of red and white phosphorus are to be compared.

Concept Introduction:

Phosphorus is an element of group $5\text{A}$ in period $3$.

It has three allotropes; white phosphorus, red phosphorus and black phosphorus. White and red are the common allotropes that exist as a bonding of four phosphorus atoms, ${\text{P}}_4$. Black Phosphorus is known to be the most reactive non-metal.