Identifying Laboratory Equipment

Beaker

• Primarily used for measuring and holding liquids; can also heat substances.

Test Tube

• Holds, mixes, heats, and tests small amounts of liquid.

Graduated Cylinder

• Designed for precise measuring and pouring of liquids; not for heating or mixing.

Test Tube Clamp

• Holds a single test tube securely.

Metric Ruler

• Measures distance using metric units.

Forceps

• A tool for picking up small objects and placing coverslips onto microscope slides.

Test Tube Rack

• Holds multiple test tubes simultaneously for organization and safety.

Dropper

• Transfers small volumes of liquid; accuracy is not guaranteed.

Pipette

• Transports small amounts of liquid; includes measurement capabilities for precision.

Thermometer

• Measures temperature of air or liquids; Celsius scale used in scientific settings.

Funnel

• Facilitates pouring liquids from one container to another; used with filter paper for filtering.

Petri Dishes

• Provides a sterile environment for growing cultures.

Microscope

• Magnifies small objects up to 1,000 times; requires light penetration through the specimen.

Slide and Coverslip

• Holds small specimens for observation under a microscope.

Glass Stirring Rod

• Used for mixing substances; made from glass to withstand heat.

Triple Beam Balance

• Measures the mass of objects accurately.

Probe

• Employed in dissection to separate small parts or explore structures.

Flask

• Container for mixing, conducting reactions, and heating; long neck design reduces spillage risk and aids in pouring.

This quiz focuses on various types of laboratory equipment, including beakers, graduated cylinders, test tubes, and metric rulers. Test your knowledge about the functions and uses of these essential tools used in scientific experiments. Perfect for students learning about lab equipment fundamentals.