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Burning of a matchstick is :

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Endothermic reaction

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Exothermic reaction

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Decomposition reaction

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Molecular reaction

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Solution

The correct option is B Exothermic reaction
Changes in which heat is liberated are called exothermic changes.
Example: Burning of coal

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