Biology Equiptment

Question 1

Scalpel

Answer 1

Used to cut samples during directions and preparing microscope slides

Question 2

White Tile

Answer 2

This is used when cutting to protect the laboratory surface

Question 3

Microscope Slide

Answer 3

Pieces of glass which hold samples to look at under the microscope. Samples may be held in places using a small square of glass called a COVER SLIP.

Question 4

Light Microscope

Answer 4

Magnifies the image of an object by shining light through the object and looking through two lenses.

Question 5

Pipette

Answer 5

Tool used to transfer small volumes of liquid often chemicals.

Question 6

Petri Dish

Answer 6

This is a shallow plastic round dish with a loose fitting lid. It is most commonly used for growing micro-organisms such as bacteria.

Question 7

Sterile Loop

Answer 7

This is a piece of looped wire or plastic, which can transfer water droplets. It has been sterilised by heat.