When a candle burns, the wax drips down its side and solidifies at the base of the candle. Smoke is given off at the wick. Which statement about the burning of the candle is not true?
A
The wick undergoes a chemical change.
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B
The candle weighs the same before and after burning.
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C
Oxygen is involved in the chemical reaction.
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D
The smoke contains the products of chemical change.
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Solution
The correct option is B The candle weighs the same before and after burning.