(inorganic chemistry) A colourless liquid, H₃PO₄, used in the manufacture of fertilizers, detergents and pharmaceuticals and as an additive in cola drinks.

(chemistry) a yellowish hygroscopic solid, H₃PO₃; a mild reducing agent

phosphocreatine

Having the property of emitting light for a period of time after the source of excitation is taken away, e.g., in electrostatic storage tubes and cathode-ray tubes.

A phosphorescent substance.

plural of phosphoramidite

(organic chemistry) Any amidite formally derived from a phosphite; they are used in the synthesis of nucleic acids etc

plural of phosphorescence

The emission of light without any perceptible heat; the quality of being phosphorescent.

(chemistry) the hydride of phosphorus PH₅ and any of its hydrocarbyl derivatives