I need to know what tool a scientist would need to use to heat a material to 6000 degrees for prolonged periods of time. This is used in a process to identify the materials contained within a sample. It employs an arc or something to do it.
2006-11-26 13:46:08 · 3 answers · asked by Fascinauru 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry
No physical matter can stand 6000 degree, so one needs concentrated energy that does not rely on solid matter, like a ehating element of an oven for instance. An electrical arc furnace, a plasma torch, a laser beam can be used to reach such elevated temperature.
2006-11-26 13:50:54 · answer #1 · answered by Vincent G 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
6000 degrees is hot!
By using a pressure vessel and going to 5 atmospheres you could increase the point of vaporization. Then using a plasma arc you maybe able to superheat the substance to you temperature goal.
2006-11-30 11:59:07 · answer #2 · answered by stormrider 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
good possibilty an oxy-acetylene torch could do it. however, an arc gouger or welding machine could do it as well, just more difficult to control.
2006-11-26 21:52:17 · answer #3 · answered by mxzptlk 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋