Flame test lab

In this experiment, we used a flame to give atoms energy, and observe the flame color and bright-line spectrum. We then used this data to identify an unknown atom

Here was the procedure

1. obtain and light a Bunsen burner
2. using one of the wooden splints in the beaker labeled CaCl2 solution, hold the splint in the flame and observe the color
3. repeat this for all of the other solutions

Here is a pic  from the lab