First Long Examination Flashcards
True or False?
When given a choice between two different micropipettes, you should choose the one with a higher volume range.
False, you should choose the one with a lower volume range because it is more accurate.
In a P1000 micropipette, what does the topmost number represent?
Ten times the volume indicated
In a P2, P10, and P20 micropipette, what does the bottom number represent?
Tenths Decimal Place
In a P200 micropipette, what does the volumeter value 200 represent?
200 µL
In a P20 micropipette, what does the volumeter value 125 represent?
12.5 µL
In a P1000 micropipette, what does the volumeter value 075 represent?
750 µL
In a P20 micropipette, what does the volumeter value 020 represent?
2 µL
In a P200 micropipette, what does the volumeter value 050 represent?
50 µL
In a P1000 micropipette, what does the volumeter value 020 represent?
200 µL
What is the capacity of a P1000 micropipette?
200 µL - 1000 µL
What is the capacity of a P200 micropipette?
20 µL - 200 µL
What is the capacity of a P20 micropipette?
2 µL - 20 µL
What is the capacity of a P10 micropipette?
0.5 µL - 10 µL
What is the capacity of a P2 micropipette?
0.1 µL - 2.0 µL
True or False?
The first stop of the plunger button is only used to aspirate a liquid INTO the pipette.
False, it is also used to dispel some of the liquid into the target vessel.
True or False?
Never adjust or set a pipette outside of its allowed volume range as it will instantly and permanently damage the pipette.
True
True or False?
Never drop pipettes on the bench or floor.
True
True or False?
Clean the pipette before and after use with approved disinfectant such as 60% ethanol and by wiping with soft cloth or paper material.
False, the approved disinfectant should have a concentration of 70% ethanol.
True or False?
Keep the pipette at a 45° angle at all times.
False, the pipette should be kept upright at all times.
Why should you press and release the plunger carefully?
To avoid air displacement which can lead to inaccurate volumes.
What is the correct way of dispensing liquids with a volume of 10 µL and above?
By touching the walls of the target vessel
What is the correct way of dispensing liquids with volumes below 10 µL?
Directly into the bottom of the target vessel or into the liquid already present