Chemistry Lab Equipment Flashcard

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What is a beaker used for?

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Mixing, stirring, and heating chemicals.

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Which laboratory equipment is NOT used for measuring precise volumes?

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Beaker.

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What is the function of graduated cylinders and burettes?

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To measure volume of liquids.

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What is the purpose of a glass stirring rod?

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To safely mix chemicals.

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Which piece of equipment holds liquids and allows reactions to occur in a small space?

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Test tube.

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What is a pipette used for?

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To measure and transfer small volumes of liquid.

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What is the primary use of a thermometer in a chemistry lab?

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To measure the temperature of liquids.

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What is a hot plate used for?

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To heat substances in the lab.

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What is the purpose of a funnel in a laboratory?

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To pour liquids into containers with small openings.

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What is a dropper used for?

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To dispense small amounts of liquid.