1. Wax, Wick, and Wonder
By: Alex Grossman

2. Science Problem
Which candle type, scented or non-scented, will
burn faster?

3. Hypothesis
The non-scented have the faster burn time.

4. Materials
5 scented candles
5 unscented candles
tinfoil
matches
2 timers
marker
paper
parental supervision
ruler

5. Procedure
Place tinfoil down on a flat surface, then place down
the candles. (one scented one unscented)
Place mark in candle two centimeters from the top.
Have a parent light the candles while starting he
timers.
Wait for the candles to hit the mark, then record the
time.
Repeat 4 more times.

6. Results
The results that were found
concluded that the unscented
candles had the faster burn time.
This proves that my hypothesis
was correct.

9. Links to Other Sites!
SO... If you enjoyed this slideshow and want to know
more, look at these fancy websites!
*http://www.candles.org/elements_fragrance.html
*http://www.ehow.com/info_10031196_science-
project-materials-scented-vs-unscented-candles.html
*http://candles.lovetoknow.com/
Does_Scent_Affect_How_a_Candle_Burns