Electric Bunsen are very useful for heating test tubes, crucibles, small flasks, beakers etc . The heating element is spiralled nichrome wire enclosed in refractory casing. The unit works on electricity.
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This is very safe compared to the conventional Bunsen Burner.
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Can be carried to any where and connect to the power source.
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No fire hazards since it gives no flame unlike Bunsen Burner.
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No smoke, Clean Atmosphere.
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Works on electricity, no gas required.
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Produces radiant heat.