Laboratory Equipment and Safety Measures

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Which laboratory equipment is primarily used for measuring small volumes of liquid with high accuracy?

  • Beaker
  • Erlenmeyer flask
  • Pipette (correct)
  • Test tube

What is the primary function of a Bunsen burner in a laboratory setting?

  • To hold liquids during heating
  • To provide a concentrated source of flame for heating substances (correct)
  • To mix solutions thoroughly
  • To measure temperature

When using a graduated cylinder, what is the safest way to ensure an accurate measurement?

  • Inverting it to check for air bubbles
  • Reading at eye level to avoid parallax error (correct)
  • Filling it to the brim for maximum volume
  • Using it only for non-corrosive liquids

Which safety measure is most critical when handling sharp laboratory equipment such as scissors or scalpels?

<p>Cutting away from the body (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a crucible in laboratory settings?

<p>To heat solid materials at high temperatures (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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