Laboratory equipment allows scientists to measure, mix, heat, move, separate and prepare substances during investigations. It is important to select the appropriate equipment for an investigation.
Beaker
Test tube
Burette
Conical flask
100 90 80 70 60 50 40 30 20 10
Round-bottom flask
Graduated cylinder
Flat-bottom flask
Test tube holder Wire gauze
Glass stirring rod
Tripod
Tongs Heatproof mat Bunsen burner
Spatula
Funnel Boss head Clamp
Evaporation dish
Crucible
Mortar
Pestle Retort stand :Fig. 1.2 Common laboratory equipment Elements of Science 5 Test tube rack