Question

When chemicals are used for rubber surface of matchsticks?​

Answer 1

Answer:

The striking surface of the matchbox contains red phosphorus and the head of the matchstick contains potassium chlorate. So when the matchstick is rubbed on the matchbox, some of the red phosphorus is converted to white phosphorus, a chemical i.e. so volatile that it ignites in air.

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Answer 2

Answer:

These chemicals present on the tip of the matchstick. Matchbox striking surface contains red phosphorus, powdered glass and glue. When match stick strike on matchbox striking surface heat produces that causes reaction between the potassium chlorate in match top and red phosphorus in striking surfaces.

Explanation:

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