NATIONAL BUNSEN BURNER DAY – March 31
Fri Mar 31st

National Bunsen Burner Day

On March 31st each year, German chemist Robert Wilhelm Eberhard von Bunsen's birthday is commemorated.

A Bunsen burner is standard laboratory equipment that produces a single open gas flame, named after Robert Bunsen. The Bunsen burner is used by labs for heating, sterilization, and combustion. The gas can be either natural gas (usually methane) or a liquefied petroleum gas, such as propane, butane, or a mixture.

The development of the Bunsen burner opened up new possibilities for the use of natural gas. The Bunson burner, a common chemistry instrument, is used in classrooms and laboratories around the world. It is a common tool in chemistry. During their high school years, most students became familiar with using a Bunsen burner for at least one semester.

How to celebrate #nationalbunsenburnerday

  • As a scientist using the Bunsen burner, share your experiences from science class or in the lab as a scientist
  • Give your favorite science teacher or lab partner a shout-out
  • Using the Bunsen burner, you can also post your favorite experiments
  • Learn more about Robert Bunsen, his work, and life
  • Review of the main types of fire created by the Bunsen burner and what their colors mean What temperatures does the Bunsen burner reach, and how does this influence an experiment?
  • To post on social media, use the hashtag #NationalBunsenBurnerDay

National bunsen burner day is the longest in national bunsen burner day history

The day honors Robert Wilhelm Eberhard von Bunsen's birth and his creation of the Bunsen burner. Unfortunately, however, our efforts have failed to locate the source of National Bunsen Burner Day.

Bunsen burner FAQ

Q. Is Bunsen burners still used in laboratories today?

A. Yes. Yes. Bunsen burners or burners similar to the Bunsen are still used by laboratories around the world.

Q. Is Bunsen burners safe?

A. When used correctly, the Bunsen burner is safe. However, any device that is not used with the correct safety precautions could result in injury.