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Wax mixed with carbon tetrachloride (a non-flammable solvent) is commonly used.

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Did they have trouble making lava lamps?

yes they do have troubles making lava lamps


Why are they called lava lamps?

They have lava in them


Is there lava in lava lamps?

No, lava lamps contain a special type of wax that is heated by a light bulb, causing it to rise and fall in a mesmerizing pattern. The term "lava lamp" comes from the lamp's resemblance to flowing lava, but there is no actual lava involved.


What liquids are in lava lamps?

Lava lamps typically contain two main liquids: a colored wax that floats in a clear or colored liquid. The wax is heated by a light bulb at the base of the lamp, causing it to rise, fall, and form mesmerizing patterns in the liquid.


Why are lava lamps hot?

Lava lamps are hot because the bulb at the base of the lamp heats up the wax and mineral oil mixture inside. As the mixture heats up, it becomes less dense and rises, creating the mesmerizing lava lamp effect.


Are lava lamps acidic?

No, lava lamps are not acidic. The liquid inside lava lamps is typically a mixture of water and a type of mineral oil, which do not possess acidic properties.


Is Krypton used in lava lamps?

No, Krypton is not used in lava lamps. Lava lamps typically contain a mixture of wax and a colored liquid, which is heated by an incandescent bulb to create the lava-like movement.


How hot do lava lamps get?

it depends on which lava lamp u get


Are lava lamps as peaceful as I hear them to be?

Lava Lamps are quite peaceful. The lamp is basically made for vision entertainment. There is no noise. The lamps are groovy and feels like meditation.


Are lava lamps flamable?

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What word describes the verb of lava-lamps?

To blobbler-- to do the thing that the wax in a lava lamp does.