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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)

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Why is safety flame on Bunsen burner not safe?

Because even though it is safer than other flames it is still a flame and it can burn you. It is so called the "safety flame" because it is visible (yellow) and so we have a visual reminder that the Bunsen burner is burning. Compared with the usual flame (blue) which is hard to see.


What is the safest flame on a Bunsen burner?

The safety flame on a Bunsen burner is typically the smallest, pale blue flame that has a well-defined inner cone. This flame is less likely to produce soot or cause accidental fires compared to larger, more intense flames.


Why should a lit Bunsen burner never be near alcohol?

A lit Bunsen burner should never be near alcohol because alcohol is flammable and highly combustible. If the alcohol were to accidentally catch fire from the Bunsen burner, it could cause a dangerous and uncontrollable fire. It is important to always follow proper safety protocols and keep flammable substances away from open flames.


When is the safety flame used on a Bunsen burner?

The safety flame on a Bunsen burner is used when the burner is not in use to prevent accidental fires. It is a small, non-luminous flame that burns with a blue color and is created by adjusting the air hole on the burner.


Who made the first Bunsen burner?

The Bunsen burner was first invented by a British physicist and chemist called Michael Faraday in the early 19th century. It was than improved by a famous German chemist called Robert Bunsen in 1850. The second Bunsen burner was now safer, easier and more efficient and has an 'air hole' so you could change the flame from a safety flame (the yellow one) to a efficient flame (the blue one).

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What are the 4 names of Bunsen burner flames?

Safety flame medium flame roaring flam


Why is safety flame on Bunsen burner not safe?

Because even though it is safer than other flames it is still a flame and it can burn you. It is so called the "safety flame" because it is visible (yellow) and so we have a visual reminder that the Bunsen burner is burning. Compared with the usual flame (blue) which is hard to see.


What is Bunsen Burner used for?

A Bunsen burner produces heat and creates a heat source when doing an experiment. It uses methane and there is two flames a safety flame-you can put your hand through it without burning your hand and a roaring flame-this flame is blue and it is what you use when you preform an experiment.


What is the safest flame on a Bunsen burner?

The safety flame on a Bunsen burner is typically the smallest, pale blue flame that has a well-defined inner cone. This flame is less likely to produce soot or cause accidental fires compared to larger, more intense flames.


Why should a lit Bunsen burner never be near alcohol?

A lit Bunsen burner should never be near alcohol because alcohol is flammable and highly combustible. If the alcohol were to accidentally catch fire from the Bunsen burner, it could cause a dangerous and uncontrollable fire. It is important to always follow proper safety protocols and keep flammable substances away from open flames.


What do you call an air hole closed on a Bunsen burner?

It is often called the safety flame, (often referred to as put it on the safety flame).


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 :)


When is the safety flame used on a Bunsen burner?

The safety flame on a Bunsen burner is used when the burner is not in use to prevent accidental fires. It is a small, non-luminous flame that burns with a blue color and is created by adjusting the air hole on the burner.


Bunsen burner safety?

Eye goggle and matches and a chair


Why do you have to wear safety glasses while using a Bunsen burner?

Wearing safety glasses while using a Bunsen burner is important to protect your eyes from potential splashes of hot liquids or chemicals, as well as from any sparks or flames that may occur during the heating process. It helps prevent eye injuries and ensures a safe working environment.


Is the blue flame on the Bunsen burner called the safety flame?

No. The blue flame is called the roaring flame because it makes a sort of hissing sound, it is also not called the safety flame because it emits very little light so it is a hazard. It is a hazard because you can not see it very well so it is dangerous.


What equipment do you need to go with a Bunsen burner?

You need safety goggles