Laboratory Tools Review

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What is an Erlenmeyer flask used for?

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An Erlenmeyer flask is used to hold liquids and can be easily swirled without spilling.

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What is wafting in a laboratory context?

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Wafting is the technique of gently moving air towards your nose to smell a chemical safely.

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Which laboratory tool is used to measure the weight of an object?

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A balance or scale is used to measure the weight of an object.

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What is an evaporating dish used for?

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An evaporating dish is used to heat liquids to evaporate them, leaving solid residues.

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What should you never do with chemicals in the lab?

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You should never taste, touch, or smell chemicals in the lab.

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What is a beaker used for?

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A beaker is used to hold, mix, and heat liquids.

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What is a graduated cylinder used for?

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A graduated cylinder is used to measure the volume of liquids accurately.

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What is a petri dish used for?

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A petri dish is used to culture microorganisms or cells.

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What is a test tube used for?

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A test tube is used to hold small amounts of liquids for experiments.

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What is a funnel used for?

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A funnel is used to pour liquids into containers with small openings.