Lab Equipment Uses Flashcards
1
Q
Beaker
A
- Measuring and pouring approximate volumes of liquid
- Primary function is to store, mix and heat liquids
2
Q
Test Tube
A
- Holding/mixing small volumes of liquid
- NOT precise for measuring
3
Q
Graduated Cylinder
A
- Measuring and pouring more exact vollumes of liquid (down to single mL)
4
Q
Erlenmeyer Flask
A
- Measuring approximate volumes of liquid
- Good for swirling liquids to mix them
- Smaller opening for a large stopper
5
Q
Volumetric Flask
A
- Holding/swirling volumes of liquid
- Line etched into top of tube measures volume with low accuracy
6
Q
Beaker Tongs
A
- Holding beakers that are hot or filled with dangerous chemicals
7
Q
Test Tube Tongs
A
Holding test tubes that are hot or filled with dangerous chemicals
8
Q
Utility Clamp
A
- Holding various types of lab equipment on a lab stand / ring stand
- size can be adjusted
9
Q
Buret
A
Dispensing precise volumes of a liquid
10
Q
Crucible and Lid
A
- Melting or burning solids over a burner
11
Q
Wash Bottle
A
- Precisely rinses off labware
12
Q
Scoopula
A
- scooping solid chemicals or powders
13
Q
Filter Paper
A
Separating solid particles from liquids
14
Q
Funnel
A
Channels liquids or powders into narrow opened labware
15
Q
Ring Clamp
A
Attatches to a ring stand to suspend large labware
