Commonly Used Lab Equipment
1. Write the lab equipment name
OR
2. Write a description of the function of the equipment (what do we use it for?)
Compound Light Microscope
• Uses a light source and lenses to Magnify image of a very small object
Stereoscope• Enlarges items for
study. Small items can be viewed in 3D.
Graduated Cylinder
• Used to accurately measure Volume of a liquid
Beaker
• Glass used to hold liquid
• Not used to accuratelyMeasure volume
Erlenmeyer Flask
• Used for heating, mixing, swirling solutions
• Not used for accurate measurement
Pipette/ Dropper
• Used to transfer liquid
Petri Dish
Used for holding specimens, or growing bacteria/mold
Slide and Coverslip
• Slide= Supports item being examined under a microscope
• Coverslip= Covers item on slide
Forceps• Used to hold or lift small Objects or specimens