Learning Intentions

• You will learn what the candle flame has different colors and what the purpose of the wick is.

• You will learn why the flame is shaped the way it is and why candles go out when you blow on them.

• You will learn properties required for a fuel to burn.

• You will learn the equation for all combustion reactions.

Content Standards being covered:

• *Student understands the different types of chemical reactions, what distinguishes one from another, how to determine rate of a reaction, factors that affect that rate, and how to influence the amount of product made in a reaction.

•         165. A combustion reaction will always have a fuel reacting with O2 to create H2O and CO2

Habits of Mind/Life skills being covered:

• Listening with Understanding and Empathy

• Thinking and Communicating with Clarity and Precision

• Gathering Data through all senses

Journal Entry:

What is the chemical equation for a combustion reaction? What safety precautions should you be aware of today?