25/26 Unit 1: Nature of Science

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Test tube

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Used to hold small amounts of pre-measured substances.

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Pipette

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Used to transfer liquid from one container to another. Increments are very small – usually 0.25 mL per increment.

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Test Tube Rack

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Used to hold and dry test tubes.

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Thermometer

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Used to measure how much average kinetic energy is in an object.

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Digital Balance

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Used to determine an object’s mass.

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Scoopula

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Used for transferring dry chemicals.

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Weigh Boat

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Used to weigh or transfer chemicals (usually dry).

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Beaker

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A vessel with a lip for pouring; useful for holding liquid or solid samples. Increments are larger than a graduated cylinder – usually 25-50 mL per increment.

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Graduated Cylinder

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Used to measure the volume of liquids. It is more precise than a beaker. Increments are smaller than a beaker – usually 1 mL per increment.

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Normal Laboratory gloves

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Used in laboratory anytime chemicals are to be used.