EQUIPMENT'S AND REAGENTS Flashcards
1
Q
Type of glass that tolerates heating and sterilization for lengthy periods
- May cloud with strong alkali and is subject to
scratching
- Most common brand: Pyrex; Other: Kimax
A
Borosilicate
(silica-containing)
2
Q
A type of glass that has higher silica content than Borosilicate; 6x
stronger than borosilicate
- Better able to resist scratching and alkali attack
- Most common brand: Corex
A
Aluminosilicate
(silica-containing)
