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Friction — Science STD 8 — Question

Maharashtra BoardEnglish MediumSTD 8ScienceFriction2 Marks
Question
Why does a matchstick light when we strike it on a rough surface?
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Answer

When a matchstick is rubbed on a rough surface, the surface produces friction. And we know friction produces heat, therefore the matchstick lightens up.

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