Common Lab Equipment Review

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What is a pipette used for?

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A pipette is used to transfer small amounts of liquid.

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Identify this lab equipment: Erlenmeyer flask.

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An Erlenmeyer flask is a type of laboratory glassware with a wide base and a narrow neck, used for mixing and heating liquids.

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What is a scoopula?

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A scoopula is a tool used to scoop solid chemicals or powders.

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What is the purpose of a ring clamp?

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A ring clamp is used to hold laboratory glassware in place on a ring stand.

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What is a wellplate?

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A wellplate is a flat plate with multiple wells used for holding small amounts of liquids for experiments.

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What is a graduated cylinder used for?

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A graduated cylinder is used to measure the volume of liquids accurately.

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Identify this lab equipment: beaker.

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A beaker is a cylindrical container used for mixing, stirring, and heating liquids.

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What is the function of a test tube?

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A test tube is used to hold, mix, or heat small amounts of liquids or solids.

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What is a drying tube?

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A drying tube is used to keep moisture out of a reaction by containing a drying agent.

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What is a mortar and pestle used for?

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A mortar and pestle are used to grind and mix substances into a fine powder.