Question

Why is phosphorus stored in water ?

Answer 1

Phosphorus is a highly reactive element. This means that at room-temperature it reacts very quickly with the oxygen in the air, turning into pentoxide and in the process leading to high combustion.

This makes it a very dangerous element if not handled properly.

However, phosphorus is also insoluble in water. When kept under water, it is easy to carry and prevents it from directly reacting with Oxygen in the air..