Question

14. Why does a match stick catch fire when it is rubbed on a rough surface?​

Answer 1

Answer:

this is because On rubbing the match stick in the rough surface, the friction converts this work into heat. ... Due to this the chemical substance catches fire and the match stick starts burning.

Answer 2

Explanation:

On rubbing the match stick in the rough surface, the friction converts this work into heat. The heat raises the temperature of the chemical present on the match stick head to its ignition temperature. Due to this the chemical substance catches fire and the match stick starts burning.