Meaning of the word phosphorus in English
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phosphorus
US /ˈfɑːs.fɚ.əs/
UK /ˈfɑːs.fɚ.əs/
Noun
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a poisonous, combustible, nonmetallic element that exists in two common allotropic forms, white phosphorus (a yellowish, waxy solid that ignites spontaneously in air and glows in the dark) and red phosphorus (a less reactive, amorphous powder). It is used in safety matches, pyrotechnics, and fertilizers.
Example:
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Phosphorus is an essential element for all living organisms.
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The soil was deficient in phosphorus, affecting crop growth.
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