The reaction of white phosphorus with pure oxygen at the moment of ignition. See the article "Combustion of White Phosphorus" by Richard L. Keiter and Chaminda P. Gamage. The photograph was provided by Bev Cruse of Media Services at Eastern Illinois University.
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