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Lighting a match is exothermic or endothermic?

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Answer: Exothermic
Explanation: in an exothermic reaction, energy is released to the surroundings, usually in the form of heat. When you strike a match, the friction generates enough heat to ignite the chemicals on the match head. These chemicals then undergo a rapid oxidation reaction, which releases more heat and sustains the flame. The heat you feel and the light produced by the flame are both forms of energy that are being released during this exothermic reaction.
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