HEAT SOURCES AND FLAMES
Introduction
A large number of chemical reactions use heat as one of a factor of altering the rate of reactions. Heat increases the rate or the speed of a chemical reaction.
What is heat?
This is a form of energy.
NB: Energy is the ability of doing work.
What are the sources of heat in the laboratory?
The following are the sources of heat in the laboratory:
Bunsen burner
Spirit burner
Gas stove
Electric heater
Kerosene stove
Charcoal burner