Laboratory Equipment Quiz

What is the main purpose of a microscope?

• To analyze chemical reactions.

• To measure the weight of objects.

• To record sound waves.

• To magnify small objects or organisms

Which laboratory equipment is used for holding and heating liquids?

• test tube

• pipette

• beaker

• flask

What is the shape of a test tube?

• Cylindrical

• Rectangular

• Spherical

• Triangular

Which laboratory equipment is used to measure the volume of liquids?

• graduated cylinder

• test tube

• petri dish

• beaker

What is the purpose of a triple beam balance?

• To measure weight

• To measure volume

• To measure temperature

• To measure mass

Which laboratory equipment is used to view small objects or organisms?

• microscope

• magnifying glass

• binoculars

• telescope

Which laboratory equipment is used for mixing and stirring substances?

• Bunsen burner

• Microscope

• Stirring rod

• Centrifuge

What is the very strong glass that is used for a lot of laboratory glassware?

• Pyrex

• Polycarbonate

• Stained glass

• Plexiglass

What are Erlenmeyer and Florence examples of?

• cylinders

• test tubes

• flasks

• beakers

What is the function of a beaker tongs?

• To safely handle hot beakers and prevent accidents.

• To hold test tubes securely.

• To stir solutions.

• To measure the volume of liquids.