Measurement in the Laboratory Proper Techniques Explained
Precision Vs. Accuracy
Precision Vs. Accuracy
Tools Used in Lab Analytical balance Striker Mortar and pestle Ring stand Beaker Erlenmeyer flask Bunsen burner Graduated cylinder Clamp Funnel Stirring rod Pipette Tongs Watch glass
Analytical balance
Striker
Mortar and Pestle
Ring Stand
Beaker
Erlenmeyer Flask
Stirring Rod
Funnel
Clamp
Bunsen Burner
Graduated Cylinder
Tongs
Watch Glass
Crucible
Buret
Pipette
Graduated Cylinder
Tools for Lab Measurement Ruler Graduated Cylinder Thermometer Two-Pan or Triple-Beam Balance
A Note About Precision You must look at the effective range and increments of measurements on the instrument you are using.
Thermometers What are the increments? How much can you safely estimate? 40 60 55 50 45 5 9 8 7 6 -30 10 -10 -20 0.4 0.3 0.2 0.1
Pan Balances What are the increments? How much can you safely estimate? 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Rulers What are the increments? How much can you safely estimate? A B D E F G H I J K L M N 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Graduated Cylinders What are the increments? How much can you safely estimate? 40 60 55 50 45 5 9 8 7 6 -30 10 -10 -20 0.4 0.3 0.2 0.1