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This falls under a dangerous category. One that should not be answered here to avoid injuries. Contact a fireworks factory and they may tell you.

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As a number of 'science experiments' have caused permanent and serious injury to those who started out just playing MOST countries ban the making of fireworks except by those people who make a living in making new and exciting pyrotechnics.

For safety reasons even making a wick for fireworks involves using materials that cause injury to the just playing.

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What does it mean when you are burning a candle for someone and the wick has some kind of green residue on it while burning?

Green residue on the wick could indicate that the candle contains impurities or additives that are burning off. It could also be a sign of the candle burning unevenly, which may be caused by the wick being too long or the candle being exposed to drafts. It's best to trim the wick and avoid burning the candle in a drafty area to prevent this issue.


What does a low burning candle mean?

A low burning candle could mean that the wick is too short or that the candle is experiencing issues with airflow. This can result in incomplete combustion and a weaker flame. Adjusting the wick length and ensuring proper ventilation can help improve candle burning.


What sustains the flame of a candle?

The liquid wax. Once the candle melts the wax around the wick, it draws it up through the cloth wick in order to fuel the flame. Oxygen is also required for the candle to burn, but it is not the fires fuel source.


What does a candle have in it?

A candle typically consists of a wick surrounded by a solid fuel source, such as paraffin wax or beeswax. When the wick is lit, the heat from the flame melts the wax, which is then drawn up the wick and fueling the flame through capillary action. This process allows the candle to burn steadily until the fuel source is depleted.


What are the 53 observations that Michael Faraday observed from a lit candle?

Michael Faraday observed 53 observations from a lit candle, including the melting of the candle, the formation of a pool of melted wax around the wick, and the chemical changes involved in the burning process. He also noted the role of air in sustaining combustion and the composition of the products of the candle's burning.

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What is a candle wick called after it is burnt?

A candle wick that has been burnt is called a "spent wick."


Is a candle wick nessary?

Yes a candle wick is necessary to get the candle flame. The molten wax ascends the wick by capillary force and burns to create the flame.


What is a middle of a candle called?

The wick is the central part of a candle. Without a wick, a candle is just a wax stick.


What kind of wick does a trick candle have?

A trick candle has a trick wick of the trickiest kind.


What are parts of a candle?

Candle wax and a wick


What is candle wick called when burnt?

The burnt part of a candle wick is called a "wick trim" or a "candle snuffer." It is the charred portion of the wick that remains after the candle has been burned. It should be trimmed before each use to ensure a clean and efficient burn.


Where does a wick come from from a candle?

A candle wick is typically made from braided cotton fibers that are specially designed to absorb and draw up the liquid wax to be burned. The wick is inserted into the candle during the manufacturing process and is an essential component for the candle to burn properly.


How long will it take for a candle wick to burn down?

The time it takes for a candle wick to burn down depends on various factors such as the size of the candle, the material of the wick, and the composition of the wax. On average, a standard candle wick can burn for several hours before needing to be replaced.


What is the white string on top of a candle called?

The white string on top of a candle is called a wick. It is made of a material that burns slowly and helps the candle to stay lit.


What candle has the thickest wick?

The size of the wick isn't just down to the candle, it's also the manufacturing company that decides how big a wick should be.


Why does a candle have a wick?

The wick acts as a fuel delivery system for the flame. When the wick is lit, the heat from the flame melts the wax around it, which is then drawn up the wick via capillary action to be burned.


How can I optimize my candle's burn time by implementing wick rotations?

To optimize your candle's burn time with wick rotations, regularly trim the wick to 1/4 inch before lighting. Rotate the wick each time you light the candle to ensure even burning. This can help prevent tunneling and extend the life of your candle.