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It will burn at a very high temperature, reaching as high as 3100°C. It is difficult to extinguish because it can form oxides from carbon dioxide or water, or nitrides from atmospheric nitrogen.
Mg (magnesium) is highly flammable in its pure state, and when used in lightweight alloy wheels, such as those for jet aircraft, may causes fires if overheated.
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Where do you store a Bunsen burner?
A Bunsen burner should be stored in a designated area in the laboratory that is clear from any flammable materials or sources of ignition. It is important to keep it in a safe place where it will not be knocked over or damaged.
The function of a base in the Bunsen burner?
The function of a base in a Bunsen burner is to provide stability and support for the burner during use. The base is typically made of a heavy metal, such as cast iron, to prevent the burner from tipping over. It also helps to dissipate heat generated during combustion, reducing the risk of accidental burns or fires. Overall, the base plays a crucial role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the Bunsen burner.
What should be handled directly after being over a Bunsen burner?
the iron ring, the wire mesh over the ring, the beaker or whatever else was being heated. There are special tongs for most types of glassware or porcelain objects that are heated over a Bunsen burner.
What is the name for the thing that holds a test-tube over a Bunsen burner?
A test-tube holder, also known as test-tube clamp or test-tube rack, is used to hold a test tube over a Bunsen burner during heating. It is designed to ensure safe handling and prevent accidents while working with test tubes and heat sources.
What is an gauze mat used for?
A gauze mat is used below bunsen burners as it protects the tripod or surface which the bunsen burner might be on. It is most likely to be made of thick metal threads threaded into a mat or square. It is best if it is not touched during an experiment including a bunsen burner as it probably will result in mild to severe burns.
What is the use of a tri iPad in the laboratory?
To hold things over a Bunsen burner
What happens if you put a tile over a Bunsen burner when the safety flame is lit?
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What is used to hold a test tube when heating over a Bunsen burner?
A test tube holder or test tube clamp is used to hold a test tube when heating it over a Bunsen burner. The holder provides a safe way to hold the test tube without the risk of burning yourself.
When a substance is placed over a Bunsen burner it?
typically undergoes heating and may undergo a phase change or chemical reaction depending on its properties. The Bunsen burner provides a consistent and controlled source of heat to increase the temperature of the substance, allowing for various processes such as evaporation, combustion, or decomposition to occur.
Usually placed over a burner in science?
a tripod is put over the bunsen burner
What is Placed over a Bunsen burner?
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What happens when you hold a glass tubing over a Bunsen burner flame?
When a glass tubing is held over a Bunsen burner flame, it heats up and may eventually become soft, losing its shape or melting. This can be dangerous as molten glass can drip and cause burns. It is important to handle glass tubing with caution and use proper equipment for heating.
What is a tall stand often used to hold things over a Bunsen burner?
It is called a griebon (pronounced jreeborn) or a tripod
Why is the base of a Bunsen burner usually broad and heavy?
The base of a Bunsen burner is usually broad and heavy to provide stability and prevent it from tipping over during use. This helps ensure the safety of the person using the Bunsen burner and prevents accidents.
What equipment would be used whenMelting a crystal over a Bunsen burner?
To melt a crystal over a Bunsen burner, you would typically use a heat-resistant crucible or a ceramic dish to hold the crystal. A pair of crucible tongs would be used to handle the crucible safely while heating. It's important to ensure proper ventilation when using a Bunsen burner for melting.
What equipment do you use when heating a test tube over a Bunsen burner?
When heating a test tube over a Bunsen burner, you typically use heat-resistant gloves to handle the test tube, a test tube holder to hold the test tube, and a Bunsen burner for heating. It's also important to have a heat-resistant mat or pad to place the test tube on while heating.
What equipment is needed to heat water with a Bunsen burner?
To heat water with a Bunsen burner, you would need a Bunsen burner, a heat-resistant container to hold the water such as a beaker or flask, a tripod or wire gauze to support the container over the flame, and a source of water to be heated. Optional equipment could include a thermometer to monitor the temperature of the water.
