Warm-up: Aug. 9, 2012 Using page 18 in your textbook. Answer the following in COMPLETE sentences: 1. Why is the metric system used when measuring in science? 2. What are THREE Safety rules used in a Science Lab?
Lab Equipment
Graduated Cylinder (J) Is used to accurately measure the volume of liquids. The most common measurement for volume is milliliters (mL) Meniscus
Volume How much space something takes up.
Pipette and Burette (P) Used for small liquid measurements
Droppers (O) Used for dispensing and measuring small amounts of liquid.
Beaker (L) and Erlenmeyer Flask Storing and mixing liquids
Test tube (K) Used for mixing and handling liquids
Triple Beam Balance (I) Used to find mass. The most common measurement for mass is grams (g)
Ruler or Meter Stick (W) Measure length of an object The most common measurement for length is meter (m)
Thermometer (U) Use to measure temperature.
Microscopes (Q) Scientist use them to study small things
Microscope Slide (R)
Cover Slip (S)
Bunsen Burner (N) Use gas to produce a flame
Test Tube Holder (clamp) Allows you to hold at test tube over a flame.
Test Tube Rack (M) Used to hold multiple test tubes
Safety Goggles (H) Must be worn if any chemicals or glassware is used
Magnifying Glass (A)
Dissecting Pan (B)
Dissecting Pins (C)
Dissecting Scissors (E)
Probe (F)
Scalpel (G)
Forceps (D)
Petri Dish (T)
Funnel (V)
Lab Safety Symbols
Biohazard Wash your hands after handling
Corrosive/Will Burn
Flammable/Combustible
NO food or Drink
Poisonous/Toxic
Radiation
Closure 1. Write down 3 things that are prohibited in the lab? 2. What do you do if something is broken, spilled, or is not labeled in the lab? 3. What should you do before leaving the lab?