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| Glossary Item: Phosphorus Munitions |
| Name | Phosphorus Munitions |
| Description | Weapons that use one of the allotropes of the chemical element phosphorus. White phosphorus is used in smoke, illumination, and incendiary munitions, and is commonly the burning element of tracer ammunition. White phosphorus is ignited by contact with air; burns fiercely; and can ignite cloth, fuel, ammunition, and other combustibles. |
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