Phosphorus is a non-metal from the periodic table. It is a white, waxy solid that glows in the dark. Phosphorus is essential for life and is found in many common foods. It is also used in the production of fertilizers and other chemicals.
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| Atomic number | 15 |
| Group | VA |
| Period | 3 |
| Mass | 30.973763 |
| Latin name | Phosphorus |
| Electron configuration | [Ne]3s2 3p3 |
| Oxidation state | -3, -2, -1, 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |