Laboratory Equipment - Can You Identify?
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Identify and spell correctly!
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What is the best instrument for measuring the volume?
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Beaker
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Erlenmeyer flask
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Graduated cylinder
- D.
Evaporating dish
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Erlenmeyer flask
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C. Graduated cylinderExplanation
A graduated cylinder is the best instrument for measuring volume because it has precise and accurate markings along its side, allowing for more precise measurements compared to other instruments like beakers or Erlenmeyer flasks. Additionally, the graduated cylinder has a narrow and uniform shape, which reduces the chances of errors due to meniscus or spillage. The cylindrical shape also allows for easy reading of the volume at eye level, ensuring accurate measurements. Overall, the graduated cylinder is specifically designed for measuring volume and provides the most reliable and accurate results.Rate this question:
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What piece of equipment do you need each time you work with acids, bases, and open flames?
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Beaker
- B.
Safety goggles
- C.
Electronic balance
- D.
Buret
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B. Safety gogglesExplanation
When working with acids, bases, and open flames, safety goggles are necessary to protect the eyes from potential splashes or spills. Acids and bases can cause severe burns or damage to the eyes, while open flames pose a risk of sparks or hot particles reaching the eyes. Wearing safety goggles creates a barrier between the eyes and these hazardous materials, ensuring safety and preventing any potential injuries. Therefore, safety goggles are essential equipment in such situations.Rate this question:
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evaporating dish - 4.
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glass funnel - 5.
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beaker - 6.
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graduated cylinder - 7.
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wire gauze - 8.
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well plate
chemplate - 9.
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mechanical pipette pump - 10.
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Erlenmeyer flaskExplanation
The "E" in Erlenmeyer has to be capitalized because it is named after the German chemist Emil Erlenmeyer (1825– 1909), who created it in 1860Rate this question:
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dropper - 12.
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test tube rack - 13.
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test tube brush - 14.
What does the triple beam balance and digital balance measure?
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massExplanation
NOT weightRate this question:
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triple beam balance - 16.
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striker - 17.
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beaker tongs - 18.
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double buret clamp - 19.
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thermometer clamp - 20.
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hot hand - 21.
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retort stand, Retort stand, Retort Stand, retort stand, stand, StandExplanation
A retort stand is a piece of laboratory equipment used to hold and support apparatus such as test tubes, flasks, or other equipment that needs to be held in place, often during heating or experiments involving liquids and gases. It usually has a heavy base to keep it stable and is often used with clamps or rings to hold various pieces of lab equipment securely.Rate this question:
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digital balance - 23.
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test tube holder - 24.
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burrette
buret - 25.
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pipet
pipette - 26.
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micropipette
disposable pipet - 27.
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goggles - 28.
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filtering flask - 29.
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Buchner funnelExplanation
The "B" in Buchner has to be capitalized because it is named after a German chemist Ernst Büchner (18 March 1850 – 25 April 1924).Rate this question:
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Name
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scoopula - 31.
Name
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ring - 32.
Type question here. Example: Practice reveals what you don't ________
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knowExplanation
Practice reveals what you don't know. This means that through practicing a skill or activity, you become aware of the areas where you lack knowledge or proficiency. By repeatedly practicing and identifying your weaknesses, you can then focus on improving those areas and becoming more knowledgeable and skilled overall.Rate this question:
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Name
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buret - 34.
Name
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Bunsen burnerExplanation
The "B" in Bunsen burner must be capitalized because it is named after Robert BunsenRate this question:
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