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The main use of it is n the commercial production of fertilizers(like NKP[Nitrogen Potassium Phosphorous]), The black portion in matches which ignites is made by phosphorous, also added in production of steel.Sodium tripolyphosphate is used in water softening.

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Phosphorus is used in fertilizers to promote plant growth, in detergents to help remove stains, and in firework production to create colorful explosions. Additionally, phosphorus is essential for energy storage and transfer in living organisms as a component of ATP (adenosine triphosphate).

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Q: What are the uses in the element phosphorus?
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