Which gas burns with a squeaky pop?
Hydrogen
How can we test to see if hydrogen gas is given off during a reaction?
Light a splint and hold it above the gas.
If you hear a squeaky pop then hydrogen is present.
Which gas can cause the embers on a splint to relight?
Oxygen
How can we test to see if oxygen is given off in a reaction?
Light a splint, blow it out, hold above gas and see if embers relight.
Which gas turns lime water cloudy?
Carbon dioxide
How can we check to see if carbon dioxide is given off during a chemical reaction?
Collect the gas and bubble it through lime water. If the lime water turns cloudy, carbon dioxide is present.