Question

why matchbok are red​

Answer 1

Answer:

potassium chlorate

potassium chlorateThe head of safety matches are made of an oxidizing agent such as potassium chlorate, mixed with sulfur, fillers and glass powder. The side of the box contains red phosphorus, binder and powdered glass........

Answer 2

Explanation:

in ancient times there was black phosphorus used in matchboxes which was very poisonous as childrens chock it and it may cause death. so now red phosphorus is used which is not harmful.