lab equipments

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used to precisely and accurately transfer liquid volumes in the microliter range

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micropipettes

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amplifies DNA and RNA samples by the polymerase chain reaction

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PCR thermal cycler

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can also be used for other temperature sensitive reactions such as restriction enzyme digestion or rapid diagnostics

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thermal cycler

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for small samples like in a capillary tubes

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microcentrifuge

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used to separate biological molecules by size

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gel electrophoresis

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provide a hygienic heating environment in the lab to heat samples

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dry heat

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measuring the hydrogen-ion
activity or the difference in
electrical potential

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pH meter

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to protect the operator,
the laboratory environment, and experimental materials from exposure to infectious aerosols and splash.

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biosafety cabinet

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For the preservation and storage of samples and reagents

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refrigerator

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Ensures the sterility of laboratory apparatuses by using steam to kill microorganisms.

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autoclave

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mix solutions evenly by creating swirling motion

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vortex mixer

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Provides a controlled environment with specific temperature and humidity

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incubator

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Used in molecular biology
laboratories to view DNA or RNA that has been separated by electrophoresis

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UV transilluminator