Does the wax affect how the candle burn?

Answer 1

I. Statement of Purpose and Hypothesis:

My topic was about burning candles. I wanted to find out what

color candle would burn the fastest. My hypothesis stated

that, if I burned five candles, one red, one white, one yellow,

one purple, and one blue, then the white one would burn the

fastest.

II. Methodology

I tested my hypothesis by burning five candles. The materials

that I used were a ruler, stop watch, black maker, candles,

candle holders, and matches. The variables that were kept the

same were the candle's brand, when we started to burn them, the

length and width of the candle, room temperature, and distance

between the candles. The only thing that was different was

that the candles were different colors. To carry out my

project I first set up the candles four inches apart. Then I

marked a line one inch down form the wick on each candle. Then

I lit them all at once. Next, I started timing how long it

took each to burn. I stopped timing when the mark on each

candle was gone. Finally, I recorded my data.

III. Analysis of Data:

The white candle didn't burn the fastest. The fastest burning

candle was the yellow one which took twenty-two minutes and

twenty seconds, then red which took twenty- four minutes and

thirty seconds, then blue which took twenty-five minutes and

eleven seconds, then the white candle which took twenty-five

minutes and twenty seconds, and then the purple one which took

twenty-six minutes and one second.

IV. Summary and Conclusion:

I found out that the fastest burning candle was the yellow one.

Therefore, I reject my hypothesis which stated that the white

one would burn the fastest. If I could do this experiment

again I would make a few changes. I would make the mark on the

candle two inches down instead of one inch down. I would also

try other brands and colors of candles.

V. Application:

I learned that, if I ever wanted candles that burn fast, then I

should get light colored candles because they burn the fastest.

Color really has an effect on burning candles

Answer 2

Yes, the type of wax used in a candle affects how it burns. Soy wax burns cleaner and longer than paraffin wax. Beeswax is known for its bright flame and air purifying properties. Palm wax has a unique crystallized appearance.

Answer 3

the dye doesnt effect the candle, it depense on the wik and the candle size of the candle, also the room temperature

Answer 4

The heat that comes off the flame of the candle melts the wax slowly from burning.