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Task · part of 4. Chemistry and camping, two of four

4(c). Flame tests of five elements

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Using a kitchen or propane torch, and under your counselor's supervision, or that of a knowledgeable adult they approved in advance.

Warning. A kitchen or propane torch, and five elements. The supervision is part of the requirement, not a precaution added here: your counselor, or an adult they approved beforehand, has to be there.

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  1. Chemistry Merit Badge Requirements (Merit Badge Hub, last modified 2025-12-15), Requirement 4(c) · States the supervision requirement: the counselor, or a knowledgeable adult approved in advance by the counselor.

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