Science Fair Project: Make Candles from Recycled Wax
Need an idea for a school science experiment worthy of the Science Fair? This recycled wax project makes a cool 4H project too. If you like to tinker and experiment with different ways of doing the same old thing, recycle wax from Babybel Cheese wrappers into candles! Just imagine- the power goes out and you've got plenty of cheese, but no candles. No worries. We've got you covered. You can make candles from scratch at home. Enjoy!
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How to Make Candles from Babybel Cheese Wrappers
To use this as a science experiment or 4H project, you will need:
Babybel Cheese
Napkins
Paper
Toothpicks
Candle wicks
Lighter or Matches
Ceramic Plate
3 Page, Editable Printable Science Experiment Lab Sheet
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| Click link above to access this science lab sheet. |
Things to think about as you work on the candle science experiment:
Our candle experiments lasted about 20-30 minutes each depending on molded wax shape and choice of wick. What else could you use to make recycled candles in a pinch? Crayons? Recycle candle wax from old broken candles? Paraffin? Experiment with different materials to see what makes the best candle.
Candle Experiment Hypothesis Ideas:
What makes a candle good quality? Lack of smell? Burn time?- Once you eat your Babybel Cheese, (have friends and family save the wax wrappers for you) use the wrappers to form 3 different shapes. We shaped cones, squares, and blobs.
- Open the Google doc above, prepare questions and a hypothesis before you start the experiment.
- Experiment with toothpicks, rolled up napkins, paper, and traditional candle wicks. Wrap each one inside your wax with enough sticking out of of the top to light with a lighter or match.
- Write down what happens with each different material. Monitor and log how long each type of candle burns.
- With each different shape, try a different wick.
- Log your results and come to a conclusion. What is the best recycled shape and wick?
- For a science fair experiment, take pictures of each step and create a poster detailing your project labeling all of the necessary steps.
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Balloon Science Experiments
Homemade Crayons
Homeschool Science Projects
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