Flame Test

In chemistry, the flame test is used to find out what element is the most present in a compound or substance. Each element excites photons of a different wavelength, resulting in the brightly colored flame. The flame test can be conducted by placing the substance in the flame of a Bunsen Burner.

Examples

Element	Color	Picture (credit to original authors)
Magnesium	White (Intensely bright. Do not look at one.)
Boron	Green
Copper	Blue-green
Potassium	Light Purple
Selenium	Blue
Sodium	Yellow
Strontium	Red