Scientific Tools

​Scientific Tools

By Kissy Genon

​Graduated Cylinder

Use to measure the volume of liquids in milliliter (mL)

​Beaker

Used to measure the volume of liquids in milliliters (mL)

​Metric Ruler

Used to measure the length of objects in centimeters (cm)
meter stick = 100 cm

​Thermometer

​Spring Scale

Use to measure the force in newtons (N) that is needed to move an object.

​Beam Balance

Use to measure mass of objects in grams (g)

​Timer

Used to measure time in seconds (sec) or (min)

​Microscope

Use to make very small objects appear larger; magnifies

​Handlens

Used to see small details in objects; magnifies

​Magnet

Used to test the magnetic properties of materials.

​Collection Net

​Used to carefully catch organisms for observation.

​Goggles

Used to protect eyes during an investigation.

​Gloves

Used to protect hands from heat or chemicals.

​Calculator

Used to calculate math problems during an investigation.

​Computer

Used for research and sharing information.

​Science Notebook

Used to record information and ideas about science.

​Camera

Used to take pictures or video to provide visual steps and details.

​Hot Plate

Used to heat substances.

​Prism

Used to refract (bend) light rays.

​Mirror

Used to reflect (bounce) light rays.

​Aquarium

Used as a habitat for aquatic plants and animals.

​Terrarium

Used as a habitat for terrestrial plants and animals.

​Funnel

Used to pour liquid or powder into a container with a small opening.

​Globe

Used as a model of Earth during investigations.

​Pipette

Used to measure or transfer a small amount of liquid, measured in milliliters (mL)

​Tweezers

Used to pick up or separate matter that is difficult or unsafe to pick up with hands.

​Tuning Fork

Used to demonstrate that sound is caused by vibrating matter.

​Anemometer

Used to measure wind speed and wind pressure.

​Barometer

Used to measure atmospheric pressure to predict weather changes.

​Wind Vane

Used to measure the direction that wind is moving.

​Rain Gauge

Used to measure the amount of precipitation that fell in a given amount of time.

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​Use to protect skin and clothing from hazardous materials.

• camera

• lab coat

• gloves

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Used to measure the amount of precipitation that fell in a given amount of time.

• funnel

• collection net

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​ ​ ​ Used to measure the volume of liquids in milliliters (mL)

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Use to measure the force in newtons (N) that is needed to move an object.

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What scientific tool is this?

• Wind Vane

• Anemometer

• Barometer

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What scientific tool is this?

• Aquarium

• Terrarium

• Prism

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What scientific tool is this?

• Globe

• Microscope

• Calculator

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Multiple Choice

What scientific tool is this?

• Graduated Cylinder

• Rain Gauge

• Beaker

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What scientific tool is this?

• Mirror

• Magnifying Glass

• Prism

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Multiple Choice

What scientific tool is this?

• Computer

• Microscope

• Beam Balance

Multiple Choice

What scientific tool is this?

• Prism

• Magnifying Glass

• Aquarium

Multiple Choice

What scientific tool is this?

• Anemometer

• Wind Vane

• Timer