Extracting Lead

We discover how to extract lead from lead(II) oxide. We mix lead(II) oxide with charcoal powder and then heat the mixture using a Bunsen burner. It glows bright red as a reaction occurs and after a few minutes we are left with pure lead.

Chemistry - Reactions - Learning Points.
Most metals occur as compounds called ores.
Some metals can be extracted from their ores by heating with carbon.
Lead is a toxic metal.

A Twig Experiment Film.
Let students experience real experiments in lab conditions anywhere, from setup, method all the way through to analysis and real-world application.