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1. The ancient Roman people began making candles by melting animal fat. They used hemp or flax as a wick and coated it in the fat. What animal fat did the ancient Romans use to dip the wick in?
2. An advancement in candle making came in the middle ages when people began to make them from a product made by workers in a hive. Candles made with this substance emitted a more pleasing aroma. What product did the people of the middle ages use to make candles?
3. Another change to candle making came in the 18th century. A product called spermaceti became accessible. This product was made by granulating the oil of an ocean dweller. What animal did spermaceti derived from?
4. By the 19th century a machine was invented by which candles were cast and ejected when set. This process retained the look of homemade candles and made them more obtainable and less expensive for people to light their paths. Who was the man who invented this machine?
5. A process discovered by a Scottish chemist named James Young, created a product used to make candles beginning in 1850. It was created by refining coal shale and separating a natural substance that made candles burn clear. What did James discover?
6. With the 19th century came a better type of wick. It was firmly plaited and permitted the whole candle to be used up. What was this new type of wick called?
7. Candle use gradually ebbed after the invention of kerosene and the light bulb but during the 1980s, decorative and scented candles started to become popular along with a new type of wax adapted from a legume. What type of wax is made from a legume?
8. Making your own candles at home is a great hobby that allows you to choose the type of wax, scent and container. Pre-made wicks are widely available in craft stores or online. A popular scent to be added to a candle would be this spice that comes from the bark of a tree. What spice is it?
9. When cool, this type of wax has a glassy appearance. It is derived from vegetable fatty acids that are extracted in a way that resembles the way olive oil is extracted. What is this type of wax?
10. A new type of candle is made with an ingredient that has the consistency of gelatin. It is made of mineral oil and polymer resin. This type of candle is translucent and comes in many different scents. What is this new, versatile material called?
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