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That depends on whether you are considering the work done to overcome the force of static friction between the match head and the striking paper.
Other than that, as I understand it, after you have heated part of the chemical compound on the match head sufficiently so that it combusts, the heat it outputs then affects the chemicals in close proximity heating them to the point of combustion. I'm not sure you could consider that chemical reaction to be work done, but you could argue it outputs energy.
What else can I help you with?
How can a convex lens light a match stick if held towards the sun?
The lens concentrates the sun's rays into a tiny point of heat, which causes a match or other combustible material to ignite.
What flares up quickly and does some good but a moment later it's just a small piece of wood?
The answer to the riddle is a match. A match flares up quickly when struck, producing a flame that can ignite a fire or light a candle, which serves a useful purpose. However, once it has burned out, it is left as just a small, charred stick of wood.
When a match stick is burned what will happen?
Among other things:* You'll no longer have a match stick.* The wood of the match stick will convert to smoke; among other things, CO2 will be produced.* In the process, some oxygen will be used up.
How a burning match stick produce sound when it dipped in water?
The burning match stick produces a sound because of the heat its flames are producing. The snuffing of the fire produces a tiny bit of steam, which make the hissing sound.
Will a glow stick glow brighter in room temperature water or in cold water?
A glow stick will generally glow brighter in room temperature water compared to cold water. The chemical reaction that produces the light in a glow stick is temperature-dependent; warmer temperatures increase the reaction rate, resulting in a brighter glow. Cold water slows down this reaction, leading to a dimmer light output.
How can i make a match stick burn without rubing it?
You can light a match stick using another match stick, a lighter, or a candle. Simply expose the match head to the flame to ignite it.
Why does the match stick burn on rubbing it on the side of match box?
The matchstick burns when rubbed on the side of the matchbox due to the friction generated between the match head and the rough surface. This friction produces enough heat to ignite the chemicals in the match head, which typically contain an oxidizing agent and a combustible substance. The ignition starts a combustion reaction, resulting in the flame. The side of the matchbox is coated with a material that facilitates this reaction, enhancing the match's ability to ignite easily.
Is there any work done when you ignite a match stick?
Yes the end of the match is being rubbed on the material on the side of the match box causing enough friction to start the match burning.
Why is potassium chlorate in match heads?
Potassium chlorate is used in match heads to provide oxygen for the combustion of the match. When the match is struck, the potassium chlorate decomposes into potassium chloride and oxygen gas, which helps ignite the match stick.
Why match stick sparks rapidly and then fire gone slowly?
the included fuel and oxidant are quickly used up but last long enough to ignite the stick
What kind of energy does the stick of a match have?
The stick of a match contains chemical energy, which is released when the match is struck, causing a chemical reaction that produces heat and light.
Is there any work done when you ignite the match stick?
work_done = force x distance In igniting a match a force is applied to push the match a distance along the box, thus work is done.
Why does a match stick light when rubbed on a rough surface?
When a match stick is rubbed on a rough surface, the friction creates heat. The heat then ignites the chemicals on the match head, specifically the phosphorus and sulfur, which undergo a chemical reaction with the oxygen in the air. This reaction produces a flame, causing the match stick to light.
Why is potassium chlorate used in match heads?
Safety match heads contain minuscule amounts of potassium chlorate, as an oxidizer. When a match is struck, the friction generated between the match head and the box is sufficient to ignite the red phosphorus. Again sufficient heat is generated to prompt the decomposition of the potassium chlorate in the head. At this point the extra oxygen aids the fuel in the match stick and the wood itself catches fire.
How can a convex lens light a match stick if held towards the sun?
The lens concentrates the sun's rays into a tiny point of heat, which causes a match or other combustible material to ignite.
What is the top of a match called?
The top of a match is called the "match head." It is typically made of a mixture of chemicals that ignite when struck against a rough surface. The match head is designed to produce a flame that can be sustained long enough for the stick itself to catch fire.
Do matches light because of friction?
yes, the red part of the match on the end of the stick along with the red piece on the side of the box have tiny spikes which, when rubbed, create friction. The friction causes heat, which ignites the tip of the match.
