Heat a piece of nichrome wire in a Bunsen flame and then dip it in concentrated hydrochloricacid to clean it. Dip the wire in the compound then put it in the Bunsen flame and observe the colour of flame that is produced
What are the risks / hazards of the flame test?
You can be burned by the hot wire so you must try not to touch it. The concentrated acid is corrosive so eye protection must be worn. The compounds used may be harmful , so avoid skin contact.
