Can wax be used as an effective energy storage mechanism for domestic heating?

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Wax undergoes a change of state when melting and solidifying, which theoretically allows it to function as an energy storage mechanism. However, participants in the discussion concluded that wax is not an effective method for domestic heating energy storage. Traditional methods such as storing hot water and using an AGA stove are recommended as superior alternatives for efficient energy management in home heating.

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Hi
I'm interested in energy storage for domestic heating.
Does the "melting" and solidifying of wax involve a change of state (i.e. is it a good energy storage mechanism)?

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Laurie
 
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It is a change of state, as the wax is going from a solid to a liquid or vice versa, but I believe it is a poor way to store energy.
 
.e. is it a good energy storage mechanism
The traditional method are (1)to store hot water as this reduces the need to heat it for (a) washing yourself and (b) heating the home, and (2) use an AGA which is basically a stove you keep permanantly on.
 

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