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Which type of test tube is generally lighter in weight and cheaper?
Which type of test tube is generally lighter in weight and cheaper?
- Plastic test tube (correct)
- Glass test tube
- Pyrex test tube
- Borosilicate test tube
What characteristic makes glass test tubes preferred in laboratories?
What characteristic makes glass test tubes preferred in laboratories?
- Lightweight
- Thinner walls
- UV light resistance
- Chemical resistance (correct)
What is a common name for a test tube made of glass or clear plastic?
What is a common name for a test tube made of glass or clear plastic?
- Pipette
- Culture tube (correct)
- Sample tube
- Burette
What makes plastic test tubes resistant to in addition to being lighter and cheaper?
What makes plastic test tubes resistant to in addition to being lighter and cheaper?
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Study Notes
Test Tubes
- Plastic test tubes are generally lighter in weight and cheaper compared to glass test tubes.
Advantages of Glass Test Tubes
- Glass test tubes are preferred in laboratories because they can withstand high temperatures.
Types of Test Tubes
- A common name for a test tube made of glass or clear plastic is a "culture tube".
Benefits of Plastic Test Tubes
- Plastic test tubes are resistant to chemicals in addition to being lighter and cheaper.
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