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Why does a matchstick burn on rubbing on the side of matchbox?
SCIENCE! Two factors enable the match to ignite: rubbing causes friction which causes heat, and the side of the matchbox also contains a catalyst which aids combustion.
Why you say that a paper or matchstick as a combustible substance?
Anything that can burn is a combustible substance.
Is burning of meteor in space due to friction?
Meteors do not burn in space. They burn when they dive throughEarth's atmosphere, because of friction with it.
What is the width of a matchstick?
The width of a matchstick is typically around 2mm.
What is the name of the brownish substance present on a matchstick?
The brownish substance present on a matchstick is called phosphorus sesquisulfide.
What makes matchstick burn with matchbox?
A matchstick is coated with a mixture of phosphorus and an oxidizing agent on its tip. When struck against the matchbox, friction generates enough heat to ignite the phosphorus, which then reacts with the oxidizer to produce a flame.
Can you burn a piece of wood by bringing a lighted matchstick near it?
Yes, you can burn a piece of wood by bringing a lighted matchstick near it if the wood is dry and flammable. The heat from the matchstick can ignite the wood, causing it to catch fire and burn.
What is used in matchstick that it makes it burn?
phosphorus
One tree makes thousands of matchstick and one matchstick can burn thousands of trees similarly your one negativity or doubt can burn your housands of dreams?
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How do humans make use of friction in their lives?
to light a matchstick when there is a blackout.
Why does a matchstick burn on rubbing it on the side of the matchbox?
The heads of strike-anywhere matches are composed of two parts, the tip and the base. The tip contains a mixture of phosphorus sesquisulfide and potassium chlorate. Phosphorus sesquisulfide is a highly reactive, non-toxic chemical used in place of white phosphorus. It is easily ignited by the heat of friction against a rough surface.
Why does a matchstick burn on rubbing on the side of matchbox?
SCIENCE! Two factors enable the match to ignite: rubbing causes friction which causes heat, and the side of the matchbox also contains a catalyst which aids combustion.
What type of force is used to light a matchstick?
Friction is the force used to light a matchstick. When you strike the match against the rough surface of the matchbox, friction generates heat that ignites the match head, causing it to light.
Did the matchstick burn for a long or just for a short time why?
A matchstick burns for a short time because it is designed to ignite quickly and provide a rapid flame to light a fire. The small size of the matchstick limits the amount of fuel available for burning, leading to a short duration of the flame.
Why it is difficult to light a matchstick by striking it on a smooth surface?
A matchstick needs friction to ignite, which is provided by the rough striking surface on the matchbox or matchbook. A smooth surface lacks the abrasiveness required to generate the necessary heat to ignite the matchstick.
Why you say that a paper or matchstick as a combustible substance?
Anything that can burn is a combustible substance.
Why does rubbing of a matchstick on a rough surface lights up?
The rough surface causes a lot of friction when the matchstick rubs against it. Friction causes heat (try this for yourself by rubbing the palms of your hands together- they feel hot. Then consider how smooth our skin is in comparison to the rough surface, so you appreciate how much heat it generated.) The heat causes the wood of the matchstick to set alight. Actually, the head of the matchstick is coated in a more flammable substance (phosphorus), which makes lighting even easier.
