Beakers
• Beakers are used
for holding various
chemicals.
• Not for measuring
precisely.
• Sizes vary.
Graduated cylinder
• Used
to
precisely
measure the volume
of liquids or run
experiments.
• Read
from
the
meniscus at eye level.
• Sizes vary.
Erlenmeyer flask
• Used
to
approximately
measure the volume
various liquids.
• Useful for mixing by
swirling
• Sizes vary.
Volumetric flask
• Used
to
precise
solutions.
prepare
standard
• They are only good
for 1 specific volume.
• Comes in many sizes
Reagent bottle
• Used
to
store,
transport, or view
reagents such as
acids or bases.
Test tubes and rack
• Used
to
hold
chemicals/tubes
while experimenting.
• Not for measuring
precisely.
• Sizes vary.
• Label tubes.
Ring stand and ring clamps
• Base/pole
of
set-up
for
experimenting.
• Holds glassware in
place for heating
or evaporating.
Test tube brushes
• Cleaning.
• You must clean tubes
before and after you use.
Test tube tongs
• Used for carrying
or holding hot
test tubes.
Thermometer
• Measuring
temperature.
• Use metric
Bunsen burner
• Used
to
heat
substances quickly or
if > 400oc is needed.
• Do not use
flammable
substances.
with
Beaker tongs
•Used to carry
beakers.
Funnel
• Used
to
safely
transfer substances
from one container
to another.
Goggles and apron
• Used to protect
your
eyes
and
clothing
from
damage.
• These are a must
in lab!
Triple beam balance
• Measures
the
mass of an object.
• Make certain the
balance
is
calibrated correctly
before use.
Berol pipet
• Disposable pipets used
to
transfer
small
amounts of chemicals.
• Graduated pipets can
precisely
measure
small
amounts
of
chemicals.