What is the main chemical component present in matchbox strips?

White phosphorus

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Red phosphorus

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Potassium chlorate

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Carbon

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Solution

The correct option is A White phosphorus
White phosphorus and red phosphorus can be rubbed together to initiate a flame. White phosphorus is present on the matchbox strip and red phosphorus is present in the bulb of the matchstick. When rubbed together quickly a flame is ignited due to friction.

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