Hypothesis correct

Did the experiment yesterday. Based on the raw data, it seems that capsaicin makes things hotter, both taste-wise and ignition temperature-wise. Also, capsaicin candles ignite faster

Endurance testing

Tested how long the tealights would last today. The candle burned for over an hour before finally flickering out. A good thing, because I'll be doing time trials with these.

I MADE SCIOLY TEAM A

I GOT ONTO TEAM A FOR SCIENCE OLYMPIAD
YESSSSSS

Capsaicin extraction

The capsaicin is finally all extracted! Since I can't get it into 100% pure form, it came out as dark red clumps instead of white, salt-like crystals. It burns your eyes if you stand around it for too long.