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Non-metals that catch fire when come in contact with air is  ___.

  1. Chlorine
  2. Bromine
  3. Iodine
  4. Phosphorus

hintHint:

Phosphorus

The correct answer is: Phosphorus


    Phosphorus is a very reactive nonmetal. It catches fire if exposed to air. To prevent the contact of phosphorus with atmospheric oxygen, it is stored in water.

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