Students explore the melting and solidification of wax.
Students observe wax as it is heated and cooled, and make observations about this substance as it changes from a solid to a liquid, and back again.
Students explore the melting and solidification of wax.
Students observe wax as it is heated and cooled, and make observations about this substance as it changes from a solid to a liquid, and back again.
Describe the properties of a solid and a liquid.
Describe the processes of melting and solidification.
Per Class:
wax
double boiler (you can use a coffee can in a saucepan of water)
hot plate
goggles
tongs (to handle container of melting wax)
Per Student:
1 paper cup (3–5oz “Dixie cup” size)
1 wick (available at craft stores)
crayons (optional)
scissors
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