Which of the following statements about phosphorus is NOT correct?

A.

Phosphorus is a solid mineral

B.

Phosphorus is obtained by oxidation reaction of phosphate

C.

Phosphorus exists in two allotropic forms

D.

Both forms of phosphorus are interconvertible

E.

Yellow phosporus ignites when rubbed on a rough surface

Correct answer is C

The main allotropes of phosphorus include the white phosphorus, red phosphorus and black phosphorus.