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The Science of Candle Burning
By Christy Walters
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Explore the science behind how candles burn, focusing on chemical reactions, phase changes, and energy transfer.
Question 1
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Question 2
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What physical state does wax enter after melting?
Question 3
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Explain how energy from the candle flame causes changes in the wax and supports the combustion process.
Question 4
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Question 5
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What is the primary chemical reaction that occurs when a candle burns?
Combustion
Evaporation
Photosynthesis
Fermentation
The wick's main purpose is to draw liquid wax up to sustain the flame.
True
False
Which part of the candle flame is the hottest?
Blue Zone
Yellow Zone
Dark Zone
Red Zone