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    Phosphorus

    Nonmetal

    Atomic Number: 15 • Atomic Mass: 30.9740 u • Period: 3 • Group: 15

    Electron Configuration: 1s² 2s² 2p⁶ 3s² 3p³
    Phase: Solid
    Electronegativity: 2.19
    Silicon (Si)Sulfur (S)
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    Applications

    Phosphorus has a wide range of applications in various industries, including:

    • Fertilizers
    • Detergents
    • Matches