Flame Tests for Cations Flashcards

1
Q

Flame test for potassium ions (K+)

A

Lilac

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2
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Flame test for sodium ions (Na+)

A

Yellow

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3
Q

Flame test for lithium ions (Li+)

A

Crimson red

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4
Q

Flame test for copper ions (Cu2+)

A

Blue-green

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5
Q

Flame test for calcium ions (Ca2+)

A

Orange-red

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6
Q

What material should the wire be made out of for a flame test?

A

Platinum, because it is inert.

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