Bunsen Burner Day celebrates the birth of Robert Wilhelm Eberhard von Bunsen, the inventor of the Bunsen Burner. It falls on March 31 each year and is recognized by those interested in science. The Bunsen Burner is a simple device used in labs and classrooms worldwide. The origins of the holiday are unclear, but it […]
A Bunsen burner is a laboratory device used to heat substances for experiments. It consists of a metal tube with a base that connects to a fuel source and a valve to control gas flow. The burner produces a yellow, smoky flame when the air holes are closed and a blue flame when they are […]
Robert Bunsen made significant contributions to chemistry, geology, and spectrography. He discovered the use of iron oxide hydrate as an antidote for arsenic poisoning and invented the Bunsen-Kirchoff spectroscope, leading to the discovery of new elements. He also developed a technique to recycle heat in blast furnaces and improved batteries with a carbon electrode. The […]
