JCE 2004 (81) 969 [Jul] Simple Flame Test Techniques Using Cotton Swabs


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Simple Flame Test Techniques Using Cotton Swabs

Michael J. Sanger and Amy J. Phelps
Department of Chemistry, Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, TN 37132

checked by Catherine Banks
Department of Chemistry, Peace College, Raleigh, NC 27604

July 2004
Vol. 81 No. 7
p. 969

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Abstract

This article describes three new methods for performing simple flame tests using cotton swabs. The first method uses a Bunsen burner and solid metal salts; the second method uses a Bunsen burner and 1 M aqueous solutions of metal salts; and the third method uses candles, rubbing alcohol, and solid metal salts. These methods have the advantage of being easy to perform, require inexpensive and easily-obtained materials, and have easy cleanup and disposal methods.

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Citation	Sanger, Michael J.; Phelps, Amy J. J. Chem. Educ. 2004 81 969.
Keywords	Atomic Properties / Structure; Demonstrations; General Chemistry; Introductory / High School Chemistry; Laboratory Instruction; Qualitative Analysis
History	Created: Last Updated:	May 27, 2004 January 21, 2005


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