Instructional Video

Lighting a Bunsen Burner Correctly

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An enlightening installment of the JFR Science series explains the steps for lighting a Bunsen burner. It demonstrates each step in order from collecting the materials to extinguishing the flame.

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CCSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Have each scholar demonstrate properly lighting and extinguishing a Bunsen burner before they must do it for an experiment
Classroom Considerations
  • Always remind pupils to use extreme caution with flammable gases and flames
  • Instructions are specifically for Bunsen burners and do not apply to hot plates
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Clearly shows each piece of the equipment
  • Requires very little class time
Cons
  • None
Common Core