<P> A candle wick is usually a braided cotton that holds the flame of an oil lamp or candle . A candle wick works by capillary action , conveying ( `` wicking '' ) the fuel to the flame . When the liquid fuel , typically melted candle wax , reaches the flame it then vaporizes and combusts . The candle wick influences how the candle burns . Important characteristics of the wick include diameter , stiffness , fire - resistance , and tethering . </P>
<P> A candle wick is usually a braided cotton that holds the flame of an oil lamp or candle . A candle wick works by capillary action , conveying ( `` wicking '' ) the fuel to the flame . When the liquid fuel , typically melted candle wax , reaches the flame it then vaporizes and combusts . The candle wick influences how the candle burns . Important characteristics of the wick include diameter , stiffness , fire - resistance , and tethering . </P>
what is the purpose of a candle wick
what is the purpose of a candle wick
holds the flame of an oil lamp or candle
holds the flame of an oil lamp or candle