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Lab Equipment and Tools
lab tools and lab equipment
15
Science
6th Grade
09/01/2008

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Term
What is this tool and what does it do?
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Definition

-a microscope

-it enlarges tiny objects 

Term

What is this tool and what does it do?

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Definition
a triple beam balance
measures mass 
Term

What is this tool and what does it do?

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Definition
a magnifying lens
it makes small objects appear larger 
Term

What is this tool and what does it do?

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Definition
safety goggles
protects the eyes 
Term

What is this tool and what does it do?

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Definition
thermometer
measures temperature
C and F 
Term

What is this tool and what does it do?

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Definition
graduated cylinder
measures volume of a liquid 
Term

What is this tool and what does it do?

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Definition
a hot plate
heats substances 
Term

What is this tool and what does it do?

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Definition
a beaker
measures the volume of a liquid 
Term

What is this tool and what does it do?

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Definition
a pan balance
measures mass 
Term

What is this tool and what does it do?

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Definition
a metric ruler
measures length 
Term

 

In case of an emergency in the lab, what should you do?

Definition
tell the teacher
Term

What does it mean to waft?  Why is it important?

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Definition

to fan unknown substance towards you nose

 

unknown substances can be potentially dangerous 

Term

When there is an open flame, what safety precautions should you take?

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Definition
-tie back loose hair and clothing
Term

 

 

What should you do if a piece of glass lab equipment breaks in the lab?

 

Definition

tell the teacher

don't try to clean it up 

Term

What should you always do when working with chemicals?

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Definition
wear googles and gloves
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