The element used in the manufacture of safety matches is

A. Phosphorous

B. Magnesium

C. Silicon

D. Sulphur

Answer: Option A

Solution(By Examveda Team)

One end of a match is coated with a material that can be ignited by frictional heat generated by striking the match against a suitable surface. The coated end of a match, known as the match "head," contains either phosphorus or phosphorus sesquisulfide as the active ingredient and gelatin as a binder.