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How many candle fires are there each year?

On average, there are about 8,200 candle fires in the U.S. each year, according to the National Fire Protection Association. These fires result in around 80 deaths, 770 injuries, and $264 million in property damage annually. It's important to always use candles safely and never leave them unattended.


Is burning candles bad carbons?

The Carbon dioxide released from burning candles is dwarfed next to the release due to our societies endemic oil use. Of course, if you care for the environment, you should attempt to minimize any activities that hurt it, but that doesn't mean you have to give up everything that you enjoy doing just because it is energy intensive. Balance is the key - If you like candles, use candles, but perhaps walk to the store one day instead of taking the car. If you were asking about bad chemicals released while burning candles, see [http://www.aboutmyplanet.com/daily-green-tips/burning-question/ this article].


Which candles would burn longer cake with 8 candles or cake with 7 candles?

As long as they were all lit at the same time, they would burn for the same amount of time (regardless of the number of candles).


Which devices do we use for illumination?

LEDs, light bulbs, candles, oil lamps, campfires, etc.


Do burning candles use energy?

More accurately, burning candles convert energy from one form to another. The chemical energy available in the wax of the candle is converted, through the chemical reaction of burning, into primarily light and heat.