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Each element give off a particular color when heated in a flame. (Some are colorless). Copper gives off a green flame but to do that there must be some copper compound IN the flame. (there are many other elements that also could be causing a green flame).
To do so, add a few drops of water with a syringe or pipette (or stand well back ... Show All Items. You probably already know a few ways to do this, but none that beats this method! It will not only make you be able to start a combustion with a drop of water, but it will be the coolest GREEN flame! For a brief description please watch this video: Note: Alot of people have mistakenly claimed that I have stolen video and pictures for this Instructable.