Lab Equipment Flashcards
(17 cards)
Used to observe simple chemical tests and reactions, and to hold liquids, solids, or solutions to be heated.
Test Tube
Used to carry out chemical reactions on a larger scale, make up solutions, and heat liquids.
Beaker
Used to hold liquids or solutions to be heated and to conduct reactions in which heat may be given off.
Erlenmeyer Flask
Used to hold liquids or solutions to be heated and to conduct reactions in which heat may be given off.
Florence Flask
Used to hold liquid chemicals or solutions, often equipped with ground glass stoppers.
Reagent Bottle
Used for conducting reactions in which the chemicals added or formed would corrode cork or rubber.
Retort
Used to support apparatus that does not have to be attached.
Tripod
Used to mount test tubes, flasks, or burettes on a stand.
Clamp
Used to support a beaker or flask on a stand.
Ring
Used to hold a test tube while it is being heated.
Test Tube Holder
Used to keep a supply of test tubes ready for use.
Test Tube Rack
Used to pour liquids into small-mouthed containers and filter solutions.
Funnel
Used to pour liquids into a flask or container where a reaction is taking place.
Thistle Tube
Used to handle hot crucibles and evaporating dishes.
Crucible Tongs
Used to remove a quantity of solid from a container.
Spatula
Used to measure out required volumes of liquids.
Graduated Cylinder
Used to deliver an accurately measured volume of solution.
Burette
