Chemistry Lab Equipment Activity – Flashcards

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graduated cylinder
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Used to measure an exact volume of liquid. PLASTIC WHITE RING SHOULD BE ON THE TOP; USED TO PREVENT IT FROM BREAKING IF IT WERE TO FALL OVER
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funnel
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Used to filter or to deliver liquid from one container to another. MADE OF GLASS
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crucible tongs
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Used to pick up and transfer hot crucibles. ALL METAL COME TOGETHER TO A POINT HOLDS A CRUCIBLE
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hot plate
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Used to heat up substances on a flat surface at a constant temperature. HEAT CAN BE ADJUSTED
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bunsen burner
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Used to heat materials with a very hot flame using a gas jet. CONNECT TUBE TO THE SIDE
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electronic balance
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Used to find the mass of materials electronically.
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test tube holder
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Used to hold/move a single test tube.
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iron ring
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A circular device that is attached to a ring stand to support a beaker. THERE IS A SCREW ON THE END TO CONNECT TO RING STAND
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test tube clamp
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May be attached to a ring stand to hold a test tube.
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beaker tongs
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Tongs used mainly for moving hot beakers
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scoopula/spatula
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Used to transfer small amounts of sold chemicals.
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test tube rack
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Used for holding multiple chemicals in test tubes in organized manner. HAS GREEN RUBBER THAT ALSO HAS SCREW TO PUT ON RING STAND TO CONNECT TO HOLD OVER FIRE FOR LONGER PERIOD OF TIME
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ceramic or clay triangle
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A triangular shaped device that can be placed on an iron ring to hold a crucible.
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dropper
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Used to transfer liquids in small amounts without pouring.
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watch glass
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Used to evaporate off the liquid part of a solution or to cover a beaker. CAN ALSO BE USED ON TOP OF A BEAKER TO CONTAIN A FIRE
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erlenmeyer flask
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Used to hold liquids for boiling when a smaller opening is preferred.
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beaker
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The most common vessel for holding/pouring liquids.
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wire gauze
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Often placed over the iron ring to provide a flat wire stage for a beaker.
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stirring rod
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Used to stir liquids. HAS RUBBER ON END
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evaporating dish
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A small container used to heat up/evaporate liquids. LOOKS LIKE CRUCIBLE BUT BIGGER HOLDS MORE
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thermometer
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Used to check the temperature of a substance. SHAPED LIKE STIRRING ROD NOT MEANT TO USE TO STIR-CAN BREAK
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goggles
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Must be worn for each lab to protect your eyes.
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