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Hydrogen

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Key Stage 4

Meaning

Hydrogen (H2) is a gaseous (at room temperature) non-metal element with 1 proton in its nucleus.

Testing for Hydrogen

  1. Collect the gas in a test tube.
  2. Place a lit splint over the mouth of the test tube.
  3. If a 'squeaky pop' sound is made then the gas is Hydrogen.