Question

What is the main chemical component present in striking surface of a matchbox?
Potassium chlorate
Phosphorus
Potassium
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Answer 1

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Solution: When a matchstick strikes on striking surface of a matchbox, the heat of the friction causes a reaction between the potassium chlorate in the match head and phosphorus in the striking surface.

Answer 2

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Solution: When a matchstick strikes on striking surface of a matchbox, the heat of the friction causes a reaction between the potassium chlorate in the match head and phosphorus in the striking surface.

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