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Why does the yellow flame called is called a safety flame when it can seriously burn you?
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∙ 11y ago
It can't burn you, it's a safety flame. The blue flame is the real hazard. It is 1800 degrees so do not touch it. Apart from that there is nothing to worry about. P.S. Don't forget to wear safety goggles when doing any chemistry or heating! I hope I helped :)
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What kind of flame is a yellow flame called?
A yellow flame is named as a safety flame as it isn't as hot as the blue flame
Why is one of the flames called a safety flame on a Bunsen burner?
because the safety flame will do less harm compared to a roaring blue flame which burns at a hotter temperature. The tip of the dark blue bit in the blue flame is the hottest (The safety flame is the yellow one)
Which flame is not suitable for heating in Bunsen burner and why?
The yellow flame because that is the safety flame
Why is the safety yellow flame important in the laboratory?
The yellow flame is called the safety flame because you can see it very well, whereas the blue flame emits very little light so it is not very easy to see. Therefore the yellow flame is called the safety flame because it emits the most light.
Bunsen burner blue flame?
The blue flame of the Bunsen burner is when it is hottest. The yellow flame is the safety flame. you should always start the burner on the safety flame which is produced when the holes on its base are closed.
What kind of flame is a yellow flame called?
A yellow flame is named as a safety flame as it isn't as hot as the blue flame
What is the blue flame called of a Bunsen burner?
The blue flame is called a roaring flame and the yellow flame is called the safety flame.
Why is yellow flame called a safety flame?
Because it is cooler and more visible than a blue flame, making it safer.
What are the two types of flame?
Blue Flame=Can't see (hotter then yellow flame) Yellow Flame (safety flame)=visible
Why is one of the flames called a safety flame on a Bunsen burner?
because the safety flame will do less harm compared to a roaring blue flame which burns at a hotter temperature. The tip of the dark blue bit in the blue flame is the hottest (The safety flame is the yellow one)
Which setting gives the hottest flame when using a Bunsen burner?
The blue flame is the hottest... The yellow one is called a safety flame and if you swipe your hand qckly through the safety flame, it won't burn... If you do it quick enough
Which flame is not suitable for heating in Bunsen burner and why?
The yellow flame because that is the safety flame
Why can't you heat an object with the safety flame on a Bunsen burner?
Because it is 'dirty', meaning it leaves soot. Also because it isn't that hot.
What is flame safety?
A Safety Flame Is The Yellowy Orange Flame. It Is Called A Safety Flame Because You Can See It Unlike The Blue Flame
Is the blue or yellow flame noisier on a Bunsen burner?
The Blue Flame Will Be Noisier. The Yellow Flame Is Called A Safety Flame Because Everyone can See it. There Are Two Blue Flames: Medium Roaring The Roaring Flame Has A Blue Cone In The Middle Of The Flame And It Is The Hottest. It Also Has More Oxygen. But Overall, The Blue Flames Will Be Noisier Than The Yellow Flame.
Why is the safety yellow flame important in the laboratory?
The yellow flame is called the safety flame because you can see it very well, whereas the blue flame emits very little light so it is not very easy to see. Therefore the yellow flame is called the safety flame because it emits the most light.
What is the yellow flame used for in a Bunsen burner?
As a safety flame, keep it on this if the burner is not in use :)
