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The luminescence in the cooler yellow flame is caused by closing the air vents of a Bunsen burner. This is the result of incomplete combustion.

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Control of the ratio gas fuel/air in the burner.


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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).


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The air hole in a Bunsen Burner allows air to mix with the gas prior to burning so that the flame can be adjusted as desired.


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The air inlets of a Bunsen burner control the mixture of gas and air to produce a clean, hot flame. By adjusting the airflow, you can achieve a hotter or cooler flame, depending on the type of work being done. Proper adjustment of the air inlets is essential for efficient and safe operation of the Bunsen burner.


Where is the coldest part of a Bunsen burner flame?

The coldest part of a Bunsen burner flame is at the very base, where there is incomplete combustion due to lack of oxygen. The inner blue cone is the hottest part of the flame, while the outer yellow flame is cooler.


Can the the flame of closed air hole Bunsen burner can used for heating?

Yes, the flame of a Bunsen burner with a closed air hole can still be used for heating, but it will produce a cooler, more yellow flame compared to a Bunsen burner with an open air hole. Adjusting the air hole allows for control of the flame temperature.


What is air hole for on Bunsen burner?

The air hole on a Bunsen burner controls the amount of oxygen that mixes with the gas. By adjusting the air hole, you can control the color and intensity of the flame produced by the burner. More air creates a hotter, blue flame, while less air creates a cooler, yellow flame.


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Why a metal ball contracts when a ring holds it after using a Bunsen burner to heat it?

The metal ball contracts when placed in a cooler environment because of thermal contraction. When heated with a Bunsen burner, the metal expands due to increased kinetic energy of its particles. Once removed from heat and placed in the cooler ring, the metal loses kinetic energy, leading to contraction.


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

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