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Paraffin

usgb/ˈpærəfɪn/Volume
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Industrial UsesPlay
Paraffin has industrial applications, especially in making products like candles and lubricants. SlideThe factory purchased paraffin for producing waterproof gears.
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Physical FormPlay
Paraffin is a solid at room temperature, melting when heated for uses such as candle making. SlideI observed the paraffin change from solid to liquid on heating.
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Not For SkinPlay
Even though it's used in cosmetics, pure paraffin should not be applied directly to the skin. SlideShe mistakenly applied paraffin on her skin and it caused irritation.