Candle Water Experiment Story

experiment

What You Need:

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Cut a tall candle down to just below the height of your bowl.

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Stand the candle up in the center of the bowl and secure it with modeling clay.

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Fill the bowl with water to a height that is just below the top of the candle.

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Light the candle with a lighter or matches.

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Watch for a few minutes as the candle burns down below the water level!

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SWIPE UP to get more info and learn about the science behind this experiment!

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How to Pop a Balloon Without Touching It

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What You Need:

– Bowl – Water – Tall Candle – Modeling Clay – Lighter or Matches

Cut a tall candle down to just below the height of your bowl.

Stand the candle up in the center of the bowl and secure it with modeling clay.

Fill the bowl with water to a height that is just below the top of the candle.

Light the candle with a lighter or matches.

Watch for a few minutes as the candle burns down below the water level!

SWIPE UP to get more info and learn about the science behind this experiment!

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