Of-4 Absorption Spectrum of Sodium
Published: Wednesday 15 March 2006 - Updated: Monday 28 March 2011
Aim
To demonstrate that sodium vapour absorbs strongly at a wavelength equal to its characteristic emission lines.
Apparatus
- Sodium lamp
- Bunsen Burner
- Beaker Of Salt
- Tongs or Pliers
Diagrams
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Absorption of Sodium Diagram |
Videos
Absorption lines of Sodium |
Description
A wire coated in NaC1 is heated in a bunsen flame and placed directly in front of a sodium light source. The sodium vapour emanating from the heated wire is seen as a black mist due to its absorption of the source's characteristic wavelengths. This is clearly visible in a large classroom.