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i am definitely no expert as I'm in grade six, yet i think that it is artificial because the fire (natural as it is) is created by the chemical reaction when the box and match are struck together, therefor, quite unnatural in my opinion. You don't need to quote me on this, to gather your own opinion just think about if a match would work and even exist if we didn't exist either!
-TvGaming, your welcome if it helps ;D
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What are the energy transformations in striking a match?
When striking a match, the chemical energy stored in the match-head is transformed into heat and light energy.
What type of friction occurs when striking a match to light a fire?
The friction that occurs when striking a match to light a fire is kinetic friction. As the match head is rubbed against the rough surface of the matchbox, heat is produced due to the friction, causing the match to ignite and light the fire.
If you slide a safety match across an untreated striking surface would it light?
No, a safety match requires a specific treated striking surface to ignite. If you try to light it on an untreated surface, it will not ignite.
What is the energy transformations in a striking match?
When a match is struck, mechanical energy from the friction between the match head and the striking surface is converted into thermal energy from the heat production that ignites the match head. This thermal energy is then transformed into light and heat energy as the match continues to burn.
What type of change is striking a match?
Striking a match is a physical change because it can be reversed by extinguishing the flame. The chemical composition of the match does not change during this process.
What are the energy transformations in striking a match?
When striking a match, the chemical energy stored in the match-head is transformed into heat and light energy.
Is a match an artificial source?
Yes as it is made in industrys
What type of friction occurs when striking a match to light a fire?
The friction that occurs when striking a match to light a fire is kinetic friction. As the match head is rubbed against the rough surface of the matchbox, heat is produced due to the friction, causing the match to ignite and light the fire.
If you strike a safety match across an untreated striking surface will it light?
No, a safety match needs a specially treated striking surface to generate the necessary friction and ignite. Without the treated surface, the match will not light.
How did Kevin light a match on the movie home alone by striking it on the brick?
it was a strike anywhere match
If you slide a safety match across an untreated striking surface would it light?
No, a safety match requires a specific treated striking surface to ignite. If you try to light it on an untreated surface, it will not ignite.
Is someone striking a match endothermic or exothermic?
Striking a match is an exothermic process because it releases heat and light energy as the match ignites. The friction created when striking the matchstick generates enough heat to ignite the chemicals on the match head, leading to a chemical reaction that releases energy in the form of heat and light.
What is the energy transformations in a striking match?
When a match is struck, mechanical energy from the friction between the match head and the striking surface is converted into thermal energy from the heat production that ignites the match head. This thermal energy is then transformed into light and heat energy as the match continues to burn.
Why a match won't always light up the first time you strike it?
A match may not light on the first strike due to factors such as humidity affecting the matchstick, the quality of the match, or improper striking technique. Too much or too little friction when striking the match against the striker can also prevent it from igniting.
What can be used to ignite a match?
A match can be ignited by striking it against a rough surface, such as the striking strip on the matchbox.
Is striking a match exothermic or endothermic?
Exothermic because the fire or spark created by striking the match is releasing energy
Is a match a natural or man made light source?
A match is a man-made light source because it is created by the combination of specific chemical components in the match head that produce a flame when struck against a rough surface.
