SUMMARY
The ember of a lit cigarette is harder than the non-burning tobacco due to the loss of moisture and the transformation of the tobacco into primarily carbon. This process alters the chemical bonds within the material, resulting in a more solid and sturdy structure at the glowing end. The combustion process plays a crucial role in this transformation, leading to the physical changes observed in the cigarette ember compared to loose tobacco.
PREREQUISITES
- Chemical bonding principles
- Understanding of combustion processes
- Knowledge of carbonization
- Familiarity with moisture content effects in organic materials
NEXT STEPS
- Research the chemical processes involved in combustion
- Study the effects of moisture loss on organic materials
- Explore the concept of carbonization in various substances
- Investigate the physical properties of carbon compared to organic compounds
USEFUL FOR
Chemistry students, materials scientists, and anyone interested in the physical and chemical transformations of organic materials during combustion.