Bunsen (Noun)
Meaning 1
German chemist who with Kirchhoff pioneered spectrum analysis but is remembered mainly for his invention of the Bunsen burner (1811-1899).
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The laboratory was equipped with state-of-the-art equipment, including Bunsen burners, which were invented by the renowned German chemist Robert Bunsen.
- Bunsen was a prolific scientist who made significant contributions to the field of chemistry, including the discovery of the elements cesium and rubidium.
- The students gathered around the laboratory bench to observe the experiment, which was conducted using a Bunsen burner to heat the test tube.
- Bunsen's work on spectrum analysis laid the foundation for future scientists to build upon, and his discoveries paved the way for major breakthroughs in the field.
- In his later years, Bunsen continued to work in his laboratory, surrounded by the familiar sight of Bunsen burners and the smell of burning methane.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
A gas burner used in laboratories; has an air valve to regulate the mixture of gas and air.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.