The Chemical History Of A Candle

The Chemical History of a Candle is a scientific book written by Michael Faraday, a renowned 19th-century British chemist and physicist. The book is based on a series of lectures that Faraday gave at the Royal Institution in London in 1848. The book is divided into six chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of the chemistry and physics of a candle flame. The first chapter discusses the basic properties of a candle flame, such as its color, shape, and heat output. The second chapter explores the chemical composition of a candle and the process of combustion. The third chapter delves into the concept of heat and temperature, explaining how the temperature of the flame is related to the chemical reactions taking place. The fourth chapter focuses on the role of oxygen in the combustion process and how it interacts with the wax and wick of the candle. The fifth chapter discusses the various ways in which a candle flame can be extinguished, including by blowing on it or depriving it of oxygen. The final chapter provides a summary of the main points covered in the book and reflects on the broader implications of Faraday's research for the field of chemistry.Overall, The Chemical History of a Candle is a fascinating and accessible exploration of the science behind one of the most common household objects. Faraday's clear and engaging writing style, combined with his deep knowledge of chemistry and physics, makes this book a classic of scientific literature that is still relevant today.You see, then, in the first instance, that a beautiful cup is formed. As the air comes to the candle, it moves upward by the force of the current which the heat of the candle produces, and it so cools all the sides of the wax, tallow, or fuel as to keep the edge much cooler than the part within; the part within melts by the flame that runs down the wick as far as it can go before it is extinguished, but the part on the outside does not melt.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.