U3-5-2 - Flame Testing Flashcards by Miss Peciulyte | Brainscape

Q

How can you test which metal ion is present in a salt?

A

Flame test

Flame colour will change depending on metal ion heated

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Which metal ions produce a blue-green flame test?

A

Copper

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Q

Which metal ions produce a lilac flame test?

A

Potassium

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