Safety & Chemistry Lab Equipment

Safety goggles Protects the eyes

Measures mass in grams (g) or kilograms (kg) Triple Beam Balance (TBB) Measures mass in grams (g) or kilograms (kg)

Beaker A beaker is used to hold and heat liquid; Measured in mL or L

Graduated Cylinder Measures the volume of a liquid in mL meniscus

Erlenmeyer Flasks

Test tubes Used to hold a small amount of liquid in a rack

Test tube holder Tongs (beaker) Used to pick up beakers that are hot Used to pick up test tubes Used to pick up beakers that are hot

Hot Plate Used as a source of heat

Meter Stick Used to measure centimeters (cm)

Measures temperature Thermometer

Lab apron & coat

Funnels Used to pour liquids into small-mouthed containers

Pipet Used to transfer small amounts of liquid.

Scalpel A small and extremely sharp bladed instrument used for dissection. When using a scalpel always cut AWAY from you.

Petri Dish Mostly used for holding cultures for growing cells, bacteria, and viruses.

Fire Extinguisher & Blanket

Safety Shower & Eyewash

Safety Symbols