lab equipment

electronic balance

a device used for measuring mass

thermometer

a device used to measure temperature

test tube

a small, narrow container used for heating a small amount of substance

test tube holder

a tool used for holding individual test tubes

beaker

A wide-mouthed container used for pouring liquids and for heating or mixing substances (not for precise measuring).

Erlenmeyer flask

A conical flask used for pouring liquids and for heating or mixing substances (not for measuring).

wire gauze

A mesh placed on a ring stand to protect the bottom of beakers/flasks from flame and to support containers during heating.

graduated cylinder

A tall, narrow cylinder used for measuring and pouring liquids (not for heating or mixing).

forceps/tweezers

Pincers used for picking up and handling small objects.

beaker tongs

Tongs used to remove or hold a hot beaker.

ruler/meter stick

A tool used for measuring length or distance.

iron ring clamp

A clamp attached to a ring stand to hold a flask/beaker/test tube above a heat source.

test tube clamp

A clamp used to hold a flask/beaker/test tube on a ring stand.

ring stand

A stand with a vertical rod and base that supports clamps and heating equipment.

funnel

A conical tool used to pour liquids between containers and assist filtration when using filter paper.

test tube rack

A rack that holds multiple test tubes upright.

medicine/eye dropper

A small device used to transfer small amounts of liquid as drops.

goggles

Protective eyewear that shields the eyes from chemical splashes.

test tube brush

A brush used to clean the inside of a test tube.

bunsen burner

A gas-fueled flame used for heating, sterilization, and combustion.

glass stirring rod

a glass rod used to mix or stir substances; resistant to heat, stains, and corrosion