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P
Phosphorus
Atomic Z: 15 · Mass A: 31
Proton (p⁺)
Neutron (n⁰)
Electron (e⁻)
P
Phosphorus
Z = 15
Mass A = 31 u · Nonmetal
Protons (p⁺)
15 Neutrons (n⁰)
16 Electrons (e⁻)
15 Orbit Velocity1.0x
Orbit Rings
Nucleus Glow
Select Element (29)
Scientific Summary
Essential reactive nonmetal forming the structural backbone of DNA, RNA, and cellular energy carrier ATP.
Did You Know?
White phosphorus glows eerily in the dark when exposed to oxygen—giving rise to the term "phosphorescence"!
Practical Applications
DNA & RNA Double Helix
ATP Cellular Energy
Agricultural Fertilizers
Matchstick Heads
Discovered By: Hennig BrandYear: 1669