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Decide which flame to use. If the air hole on the Bunsen is open you will get a roaring flame a more gentle heat, close the air hole a Little flame will be quiet.

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What is the name of the flame in Bunsen burners when the air hole is half opn?

The flame in a Bunsen burner with the air hole half open is called a yellow, luminous flame. This type of flame is inefficient as it produces soot and is cooler compared to a blue flame. Adjusting the air hole helps control the type of flame produced by the Bunsen burner.


Is there a flame at the top of the barrel on a Bunsen burner?

No, there is no flame at the top of the barrel on a Bunsen burner. The flame is produced at the base of the barrel where the gas and air mixture is ignited. The barrel is used to adjust the air intake to control the type of flame produced.


How do you adjust the flame on a Bunsen burner?

To adjust the flame on a Bunsen burner, you can turn the gas valve to increase or decrease the flow of gas. Moving the collar on the burner tube will control the air intake, which can change the type of flame produced. Combine these adjustments to achieve the desired flame size and type.


What is a collar for on a Bunsen burner?

It is used for adjusting the flame


What is a yellow flame in Bunsen burner called?

A yellow flame in a Bunsen burner is called a reducing flame. This type of flame has incomplete combustion and can be adjusted to become a blue flame for more efficient burning.


What is the function of the stopcock in Bunsen burner?

The stopcock on a Bunsen burner is used to control the airflow into the burner. By adjusting the stopcock, you can regulate the amount of oxygen that reaches the flame, which allows you to control the flame size and temperature.


Why should the airhole be closed when you first light the Bunsen burner?

Closing the airhole when lighting the Bunsen burner helps create a fuel-rich environment, allowing for easier ignition. As the flame stabilizes, the airhole can then be adjusted to control the type of flame produced.


What is the temperature of the Bunsen burner regulated by?

The temperature of a Bunsen burner is regulated by gas and airflow. The gas is controlled by a flow valve and the air is controlled by a screw mechanism on the collar. Different type of nozzles can control the flame's shape. The Bunsen burner was invented in 1855 by Robert Wilhelm Bunsen (1811-1899).


What is the collar on a Bunsen burner for?

The collar on a Bunsen burner is used to control the airflow to the flame. By adjusting the collar, you can change the ratio of gas to air, which can affect the size and intensity of the flame produced.


Why is a Bunsen burner better than using a candle or a fire?

Bunsen burners are preferred over candles or fires because the Bunsen burner produces a much higher temperature (noted by the blue flame) and it is much easier to contain/control a Bunsen Burner flame.


What did Robert Bunsen invent?

Robert Bunsen is known for inventing the Bunsen burner, a type of gas burner commonly used in laboratories for heating, sterilizing, and combustion. The Bunsen burner allows for precise control of the gas flow and flame size, making it a valuable tool for conducting experiments and tests.


What is used to control the hotness of a Bunsen burner flame?

The Regulating Collar. [ glad i could help :]]]