Striking a match

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A match striking on a matchbox showing the instant before ignition. The chemical reaction is clearly visible creating heat and smoke from the friction with the sandpaper.

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Size: 5300px × 3183px
Location: Oxfordshire UK
Photo credit: © Julian Brooks / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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