phosphorus

Explores the essential element phosphorus. Discusses where it is placed on the periodic table, a history of its discovery, how it mixes with other elements, and how it affects the world. Includes color photographs, a glossary, sources for further learning, and an index.

Describes the prominent chemical and physical properties of nonmetals and discusses how they were discovered and their uses.

Explores the history of the nonmetallic element phosphorus and explains its chemistry, its reactions with other substances, its uses, and its importance in our lives.

An introduction to phosphorus, discussing the discovery of the element, its place on the periodic table, its properties and compounds, where it is found in the natural world, and its use in everyday life.

Notes the importance of phosphorus to plants and animals.