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that's easy the flame cerates heat. so the flame is so hot it melts it.
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Why candle wax produces more heat than alcohol?
Candle wax contains paraffin which melts quickly after it touches fire. And the paraffin also can hold more heat
How does wax change when it melts?
While during the time it melts, wax is very viscous and 'sloppy'. After melting, it is just as fluid as most liquids are.
What temperature does wax turn into a liquid?
Wax melts at 300 degrees F
What burns on a candle the wick or the wax?
the wick Burns but it produces heat that melts the wax
Can you solidify candle wax after it melts?
Yes. If the wax is allowed to return to room temperature it will solidify.
Why don't candles light on fire?
Because they are wax and wax doesn't burn, it melts.:-)
Why do sprinkler systems use wax plugs?
I'm guessing it's because wax melts with heat i.e. fire and so allows a path for water to exit the sprinkler and put out the fire.
Why do sprinkler sstems use wax plugs?
The wax plug holds back the water. In the event of a fire, the wax plug melts - allowing the water to cascade over the affected area.
Why candle wax produces more heat than alcohol?
Candle wax contains paraffin which melts quickly after it touches fire. And the paraffin also can hold more heat
What melts wax?
Heat Heat
How does wax change when it melts?
While during the time it melts, wax is very viscous and 'sloppy'. After melting, it is just as fluid as most liquids are.
Why is the wax become solvent?
When wax melts by heating it up, it becomes liquid.
What temperature does wax turn into a liquid?
Wax melts at 300 degrees F
What Material melts at 140F?
Paraffin wax
Is it possible to get back wax after it melts?
yes
What is the difference between melting and burning wax?
Melting is a change of state from solid to liquid. Burning is reacting a substance with oxygen, otherwise known as combustion.
What burns on a candle the wick or the wax?
the wick Burns but it produces heat that melts the wax
