Flame testing

Flame Test

A method used to identify cations based on the characteristic color they emit when exposed to a flame.

Cations

Positively charged ions that are identified through flame tests by the unique colors they produce.

Apparatus

Tools required for conducting a flame test, including a clean wire loop, Bunsen burner, bench mat, test tube rack, test tubes, and personal protective equipment (PPE).

Method

Steps involved in conducting a flame test, such as sterilizing the wire loop, dipping it into the sample, holding it in the Bunsen burner flame, and recording observations.

sodium

orange flame

calcium

brick red flame

potassium

lilac flame