How do you light up a Bunsen burner?

Answer 1

You supply energy to catalyze a chemical reaction. This chemical reaction produces heat as well as carbon dioxide and water vapor as products from methane and oxygen gas. The heat given off from the reaction sustains the reaction so long as there is a constant supply of reactants (the methane and oxygen). The heat also excites the electrons in the gases it produces, causing them to gain energy and rapidly emit this energy in the form of photons predominately with a wavelength of approximately 475 nm, which we perceive as blue light.

The reaction can be described by the following equation:

CH4 (g) + 2 O2 (g) => CO2 (g) + 2 H2O (g)

Answer 2

First make sure that the gas valve is turned on. Then stand to the side while holding your lighter or most likely a match. After making sure that your safety is ensured along with the gas supply then light your match and put it over the burner. It is advised you put your fingers as far away as possible. After the flame is lit make sure you have the desired heat and stability.

Answer 3

This is basically doing magnesium + oxygen.

You will want to look away when you put the magnesium over the fire, as it will create a very bright ball of white light which can really damage your vision. You can look at it through your peripheral vision, though.

Once the light's gone, you can look at it again and the magnesium will no longer be that dark grey colour it was before. It will be white, now. Oh yeah, if you're gonna try this, hold the magnesium with tongs!

Answer 4

To light a Bunsen burner, first ensure the gas tap at the base of the burner is closed. Turn on the gas supply, hold a lit match or striker near the burner, and slowly open the gas tap to release gas. The flame should ignite with a blue color. Adjust the air hole to control the size and type of flame produced.

Answer 5

The barrel is used to control the gas fuel flow.

Answer 6

A striker or a match

Answer 7

air and gas begin to burn

Answer 8

shush