Chemistry? What physical and chemical change occur when a wax candle burns?

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The burning of a wax candle involves both physical and chemical changes. Physically, the wax melts as it is heated, transitioning from solid to liquid. Chemically, the combustion of the wax produces carbon dioxide and water vapor, indicating a chemical reaction. Understanding these changes is essential for grasping fundamental concepts in chemistry related to energy transformation and matter states.

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  • Basic understanding of physical and chemical changes
  • Familiarity with combustion reactions
  • Knowledge of states of matter (solid, liquid, gas)
  • Concept of energy transformation in chemical reactions
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  • Study the states of matter and phase transitions
  • Explore the concept of energy release during chemical reactions
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What physical and chemical changes occur when a wax candle burns?

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Spayton said:

Homework Statement



What physical and chemical changes occur when a wax candle burns?

Homework Equations





The Attempt at a Solution


Welcome to the PF. You need to tell us your answers first, before we can be of any tutorial help. That's how the rules work here on the PF.
 
Spayton said:
What physical and chemical changes occur when a wax candle burns?

Hello Spayton.What are your thoughts so far?
 

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