Biology lab tools

micropipette

spectrophotometer

graduated cylinder

serological pipette

cuvette

centrifuge/Conical Tube

beakers

Erlenmeyer flasks

test tubes

Micropipette Tips:

Microcentrifuge Tube:

Transfer Pipette:

microscope

• Beaker: General mixing and initial measurements (not precise).

• Erlenmeyer Flask: For mixing solutions that need swirling without spilling.

• Graduated Cylinder: Accurate measurement of larger volumes (10 mL to 1 L).

• Serological Pipette: Measuring volumes between 1 mL and 50 mL.

• Micropipette: Precise measurement of very small volumes (0.1 µL to 1,000 µL).

• Test Tube: Small reactions or temporary solution storage.

• Transfer Pipette: Quick, non-precise liquid transfers.

• Microcentrifuge Tube: Handling small volumes (e.g., for DNA, RNA, or protein work).

• Centrifuge/Conical Tube: For spinning down samples to concentrate or separate substances.

• Micropipette Tips: Disposable tips for micropipettes to prevent contamination.

Choosing the Right Tool for Accuracy:

• For volumes <1 mL: Use a micropipette.

• For volumes between 1 mL and 50 mL: Use a serological pipette.

• For volumes >50 mL: Use a graduated cylinder or beaker (less precise).