Innovating Science™ A Safer Flame Test: Identification of Metal Lab Activity

Description

• The flame test is an analytical technique often used for the identification of certain elements, primarily metal ions
• Flame color is observed and the spectra of light emitted from the flame is viewed through a spectroscope
• This kit minimizes safety concerns by utilizing small candles that are easier to manage in a lab setting
• No loss in the clarity of the emission spectra from the candles, making it easy for students to observe, and deduce what element is causing the colored flame Kit contains enough material for 6 groups Teacher's Manual and Student Study Guide copymasters are included Kit Includes: 10% Boric Acid in Methanol (5 mL) Sand (500 g) Color Flame Candles (2/Pk.) 2 Alcohol Burners 15 Diffraction Slides 1 Spectroscope 24 Small Trays