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B
It does not react with water.
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C
It reacts with air and catches fire.
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D
All of the above
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Solution
The correct option is D All of the above
Phosphorus is a very reactive non-metal. It catches fire if exposed to air. To prevent the contact of phosphorus with atmospheric oxygen, it is stored in water.