bunsen
1. [ noun ] (chemistry) German chemist who with Kirchhoff pioneered spectrum analysis but is remembered mainly for his invention of the Bunsen burner (1811-1899)
Synonyms: robert_wilhelm_bunsen robert_bunsen
Related terms: chemist
2. [ noun ] a gas burner used in laboratories; has an air valve to regulate the mixture of gas and air
Synonyms: etna bunsen_burner
Related terms: gas_burner
Similar spelling:   Bensen