| Soy / Vegetable Wax |
Paraffin Wax |
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Complex blend of soy and all natural vegetable
oils |
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By-product of kerosene produced from petroleum |
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Does not emit toxins while burning |
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Emits 11 known toxins while burning |
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Emits an incredibly small amount
of soot |
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Emits large amounts of soot |
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Biodegradable |
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Non-biodegradable |
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Water soluble |
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Not water soluble |
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Burns cooler and therefore, slower |
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Burns hotter and therefore, faster |
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Renewable resource |
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Non-renewable resource |
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Supports economic growth and US farmers |
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Creates further US dependence on
oil |
