The tip of the match is made of material that's easy to burn. The side of the matchbox is so rough it makes sparks when it is scraped hard. If we scrape the tip of the match against the side of the matchbox, the heat makes the match burn. This heat is caused by what is known as friction. Matches are designed to light easily and resist dampness. The match head is made from potassium chloride plus sulphur and approximately a dozen of he substances. The matchstick is usually impregnated with paraffin. The surface on which the match is struck is also made of about a dozen substances, mostly red phosphorus. Matches, an absolute necessity to our parents, have largely been replaced by lighters.
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