Beaker
• Measures the volume of a substance
• Not as accurate as a graduated cylinder
Microscope
• Used to magnify small objects that cannot be seen by the naked eye
Test Tube Rack
• Holds tests tubes while performing before, during, and after an experiment
Test Tube Brush
• Used to clean a test tube
Dissecting Scissors
• Used for cutting the tissue of living or once living organism
Microscope Slide & Cover Slip
• Used when viewing an object under a microscope
• The cover slip is used when viewing a liquid under the microscope
Triple Beam Balance
• Used to find the mass of an object or substance
Graduated
Graduated Cylinder
• Is the most accurate way to measure the volume of a substance
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Be sure to read the bottom of the MINISCUS
Test Tube
• Used for mixing and heating substances
Hand Lens
• Allows you to see a larger object in greater detail
Dropper
• Used to transfer liquids one drop at a time
Funnel
• Helps you pour liquids from one container to another
Dissecting Pins
• Used to hold a specimen in place during dissection
Dissecting Pan
• The object that a specimen is placed in during dissection
Dissecting Probe
• Used to separate or move tissue during a dissection
Scalpel
• Used for cutting tissue during a dissection
Safety Goggles
• Used to protect your eyes from chemicals, burning liquids, broken glass, and other
dangers in the lab
Hot Plate
• Used for heating substances
Forceps
• Used for grasping items
Spring Scale
• Used to measure the force that is being exerted on an object
Petri Dish
• Used to hold liquid or solid substances and to grow bacteria