Innovating Science Safe Flame Test Chemistry Kit (Supplies for 6 Groups)

Flame tests in chemistry involve the observation of emission spectra from combusting material in order to determine the chemical composition. Traditionally, this test can pose a risk in a laboratory setting. By using small candles, this flame test cuts down on the risk while providing the same scientific value. Students will observe the flame spectra through the included spectroscope and determine the composition of the burning material. This kit aligns with Next Generation Science Standards MS-PS1-1&2 and HS-PS1-2&4, and explores cross cutting concepts such as scale, patterns, proportion and quantity, and energy and matter. Contains enough material for 6 groups of students, and includes teacher's manual, student study guide copy masters, and safety data sheets (SDS).What's in the box?1 bottle boric acid in methanol, 10% (5mL)1 bottle sand, 500g2 packages color flame candles2 alcohol burners15 diffraction slides1 spectroscope24 small traysFor Laboratory Use Only. Not for drug, food or household use. Keep out of reach of children. For more information, refer to the Safety Data Sheet.

• Flame test activity allows students to study the emission spectra of different chemicals
• The kit is made safer without compromising the experiment by burning small, chemically-distinct candles
• Students will learn how a substance's chemistry can be determined based on emission spectra
• Includes enough material for six groups of students
• Kit includes teacher's manual, student study guide copymasters, and safety data sheets for all included materials