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Vapours of the candle wax, which contain carbon and hydrogen, react with oxygen in the air to create carbon dioxide and water. Often, the combustion is incomplete and small amounts of carbon monoxide as well as carbon (soot) are released.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 13y agoThe wax is the main thing burning to sustain the flame but eventually the wick burns as well. Essentially it is the whole candle that burns.
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∙ 14y agoWell no not that candle itself. really on the wick there is wax and that is the thing that actually burns but the hot wax coming down makes it look like the candle burns.
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What is burning candle it is physically Chang or chamically?
Burning a candle is a chemical change, as is burning anything.
Why is a burning unattending candle unsafe?
I think a burning and unattending candle is not safe because little kids can burn on the candle.
What is the effect of candle wax?
Candle wax is the fuel a candle uses to keep burning. So, I guess the effect of the wax is the candle keeps burning.
Is a candle an example of sublimation?
A candle is an example of melting and burning.
Chemical energy examples?
candle burning...
What is actually burning on a candle?
The wick. The wax is there to prevent the wick from burning too fast.
Is it a physical change when a candle changes size by burning?
Yes, because the candle wax isn't actually burning, just melting
When a candle is burning what are the products burning?
the products of a burning candle are water vapor and carbon dioxide
What is burning candle it is physically Chang or chamically?
Burning a candle is a chemical change, as is burning anything.
Is a candle burning a physical change?
It is actually both. The burning of the wick involves a chemical change. The physical change is the wax.
What name is given to a process such as burning a candle?
what name is given to a process such as burning a candle?
Is a burning candle a light sources?
a burning candle is a light source due to the fire.
A burning candle is what kind of energy?
A burning candle produces thermal energy and light.
Is burning a candle an example of combustion?
combustion is burning -_-
What is the product of a burning candle be?
A burning candle produces water vapor and carbon dioxide gas.
Why is a burning unattending candle unsafe?
I think a burning and unattending candle is not safe because little kids can burn on the candle.
What name is given to a process such as a burning a candle?
melting and burning
