Single Answer MCQ
Q-00019141
What is the main reason for the yellow color in a candle flame?
1
Oxidation of wax
2
Incomplete combustion
3
Heat-based emission
4
Chemical reaction with oxygen
Answer and Solution
Answer
B. Incomplete combustion
Solution:
The yellow color in a candle flame is attributed to incomplete combustion, which releases soot that glows with heat, creating the yellow light. Complete combustion would yield a blue flame.
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