Safer Flame Test Metal Identification Small Group Learning Kit

This flame test kit provides a safer approach to the traditional flame test, an analytical technique used for identifying elements, primarily metal ions, by the color of the flame they produce. The kit uses small candles instead of open flames, reducing safety concerns while maintaining clear emission spectra for observation. Students observe flame colors and view emitted spectra through a spectroscope to identify elements. The kit includes 2mL boric acid (10% in methanol), 250g sand, 12 color flame candles, 1 alcohol burner, 5 diffraction slides, 1 spectroscope, and 12 small trays. Materials are sufficient for 5 groups. A teacher or parent instruction manual, safety data sheets, student guide, and worksheet copymasters are included. For laboratory use only.