Lab Apparatus Flashcards
What is the function of a Measuring Cylinder?
Used to measure less accurate volumes of liquids
Various sizes available
What is the function of a Burette?
Used to measure very accurate volumes of liquid
0cm3 at top and 50cm3 at bottom
Measure the amount of liquid that has run through the tap at the bottom
What is the function of a Pipette?
Measures a fixed volume of liquid that is usually 25cm3
What is the function of a Liebig Condenser?
Used to condense a gas into a liquid
What is the function of a Volumetric Flask?
Used to prepare standard solutions of known concentrations
What is the function of a Mortar and Pestle?
Grinds a solid into a powder
What is the function of a Crucible?
Used to heat solids on a Bunsen Burner
What is the function of a Spatula?
Used to add small amounts of solid
What is the function of a Beaker?
Cannot be used to measure accurate volumes
Various sizes available
What is the function of a Separating Funnel?
Used to separate immiscible liquids
What is the function of a Conical Flask?
Used for chemical reactions
What is the function of a Retort Stand?
Consists of:
Metal base
Vertical rod
Boss
Clamp
What is the function of a Tripod?
3 legged stand used to hold a container above a Bunsen Burner
What is the function of a Gas Jar?
No calibrations
Used to collect gases
