Question

When you strike a match, what do you provide that enables the flame to appear?
A.
catalyst
B.
reactant
C.
product
D.
activation energy
E.
activated complex

Answer 1

When you strike a match, you provide **D. activation energy**. This energy is necessary to initiate the chemical reaction that produces the flame. The friction and heat generated by striking the match provide the energy needed to overcome the energy barrier for the combustion reaction to occur.