Striking a match generates friction, converting red phosphorus to white phosphorus, which then ignites in air
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This article links to the following topics in the AQA, Edexcel, OCR, WJEC, CCEA, SQA and IB Diploma exam specifications:
■ alkalis, bases and amines
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