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Q: An element which is preserved under water is

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    sodium
  • 2
    sulphur
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    red phosphorus
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    white phosphorus
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Answer : 4. "white phosphorus"
Explanation :

Answer: D) white phosphorus Explanation: White phosphorus undergoes spontaneous combustion when exposed to air. In order to prevent this spontaneous ignition, it is preserved under water.

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