Question

What is the main chemical component present in striking surface of a matchbox?

A. Potassium chlorate

B. Phosphorus

C. Potassium

D. Graphite​

Answer 1

Option B. ( Phosphorus)

Step-by-step explanation:

Here, we want to select the option which is the main component present in the striking surface of a matchbox

The correct choice here is phosphorus

Red phosphorus which is an allotrope of phosphorus finds use in this particular case. It is the main chemical component present in the striking surface of a matchbox.

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Answer 2

Phosphorus

Step-by-step explanation:

Actually that's red Phosphorus

• The matchstick contains potassium chlorate at top
• On reaction between these when we slides them white Phosphorus is formed which burns the match sticks