How Candle Carousels Convert Heat Energy into Motion

A Science Fair Project Demonstrating Thermal Energy Conversion Through Convection

🔄 Project Overview

This project explores how thermal energy from candles can be converted into mechanical motion through the process of convection. By studying candle carousels, we observe how differences in air temperature create forces that produce motion—a fundamental physics principle that applies to many real-world applications including wind turbines, hot air balloons, and heating systems.

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• 🎯 Purpose: Why this experiment was conducted
• 📖 Background Research: Historical context and scientific principles
• ❓ Question & Hypothesis: Research question and predictions
• 🔬 Variables & Materials: Experimental design and materials needed
• 📋 Procedures: Step-by-step instructions
• 📊 Data & Results: Experimental findings and analysis
• 📈 Graph: Visual representation of the data
• ✅ Conclusion: Answers, evidence, and real-world applications
• 🔮 Future Research: Ideas for extending the experiment