Animated video: 37 principles of chemical reactions and their dangers – Lithium Tree Silver Flower
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Principle: This is a view of lithium metal burning; during the combustion process, the solid lithium metal continuously melts to form lithium oxide. The flame test for lithium is red, but when it burns intensely, the flame takes on a \"bright silver\" appearance. Fun fact: Like other alkali metals, lithium fires cannot be extinguished with water; a special dry powder fire extinguisher is required. Recorder: Nick Moore. Hazard: Medium. One should never take fire lightly at any time.
One should never take fire lightly at any time.