Gain an understanding of the process of combustion. Realize that fuel and oxygen are necessary in order to have combustion. Gain knowledge of some types of oxidation reactions. Discover that oxidation is an exothermic reaction.
Teacher strikes the match and lights the candle.
Ask the students what they observed. After their comments, discuss the history of man's use of fire. Strike another match. Hold the yellow part of the flame under the bottom of one of the saucers. Blow out the match and examine the underside of the saucer.