Which of the following chemical starts the combustion process in the matchstick?
potassium chlorate
antimony sulphide
phosphorous
starch and wool
A
potassium chlorate
B
antimony sulphide
C
phosphorous
D
starch and wool
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Phosphorous which is applied on the head of a matchstick has a very low ignition temperature of 35∘ C. During rubbing, the heat produced due to friction is sufficient to attain this temperature and combustion takes place.
Option C is correct.
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