phosphorus

A tiny life form that penetrated the sedimentary rocks and fed on the minerals therein created thin, parallel tubes between two channels. Marble sample from Namibia | Source: Cees Passchier

Thin tubes to the distant past

Unusual structures found in marble and limestone rocks in Namibia were probably created millions of years ago by tiny animals that fed on the minerals in the rocks.
Carbon dioxide. Illustration courtesy of Tel Aviv University

Chemical processes using "green" catalysts

Scientific breakthrough will help promote environmental protection: chemical processes using "green" catalysts
A graphic illustration of the S2 meteorite impact and its immediate effects. Credit: Nadia Drabon

The asteroid the size of four Everests that changed the course of life on Earth

It turns out that these giant meteorites actually had a positive effect on life compared to the later extinction-causing meteorites
Details of the element phosphorus from the periodic table. Illustration: shutterstock

Black phosphorus as a basis for electronic components

The properties of the phosphorus atom

A new method to discharge phosphorus by ultraviolet radiation

Cosmic scene with DNA, stars, solvents and atomic circles in oral flow.

A new method for safe transportation and storage of white phosphorus