Difference between revisions of "Phosphorus"
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{{Element | name=Phosphorus | symbol=P | anumber=15 | amass=31.0 amu | noe=15 | class=Non-metal | cstructure=Monoclinic | color=White | date=1669 | discname=[[Hennig Brand]] | origname=From the Greek words ''phôs'' (light) and ''phoros'' (bearer) | uses=Fertilizers, detergents| obtained=phosphate rock}} | {{Element | name=Phosphorus | symbol=P | anumber=15 | amass=31.0 amu | noe=15 | class=Non-metal | cstructure=Monoclinic | color=White | date=1669 | discname=[[Hennig Brand]] | origname=From the Greek words ''phôs'' (light) and ''phoros'' (bearer) | uses=Fertilizers, detergents| obtained=phosphate rock}} | ||
+ | '''Phosphorus''' is a highly reactive chemical element and an important [[nutrient]] for all forms of life. It is a vital component of [[DNA]] and [[ATP]]. |
Revision as of 20:51, June 11, 2008
Phosphorus | |
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Properties | |
Atomic symbol | P |
Atomic number | 15 |
Classification | Non-metal |
Atomic mass | 31.0 amu |
Other Information | |
Date of discovery | 1669 |
Name of discoverer | Hennig Brand |
Name origin | From the Greek words phôs (light) and phoros (bearer) |
Uses | Fertilizers, detergents |
Obtained from | phosphate rock |
Phosphorus is a highly reactive chemical element and an important nutrient for all forms of life. It is a vital component of DNA and ATP.