Warm-up for 8/20/15

1. Identify at least 3 kinds of measurements we might make in the

lab and list at least 1 tool that would allow you to do this.
Length - ruler or tape
measure

Volume - beaker, test tube,

flask

Temperature - thermometer

Mass - Scale

2. When might you need to use a thermometer in the lab?

2. To ensure the experimental and control groups are at the same
temperature and to record reaction temperatures.
3. What are they doing wrong?

LABORATORY SAFETY
UNIT = EQUIPMENT
LESSON
Objectives: Students will
A. Identify at least 15 tools used in the laboratory
B. Summarize the function/use of each tool used in the
laboratory

 Identifying Laboratory Equipment Introduction

Scientists use a variety of tools to explore the world around them.

Tools are very important in the advancement of science. The types
of tools scientists use depend on the problems they are trying to
solve. A scientist may use something as simple as a metric ruler to
measure the length of a leaf. At another time, the same scientist may
use a complex computer to analyze large amounts of data
concerning hundreds of leaves. In this investigation, you will
identify pieces of laboratory equipment likely to be found in a
biology laboratory. You will also learn the function of each piece of
laboratory equipment.
Problem
What are the names and functions of some of the pieces of
laboratory equipment found in a typical biology laboratory?

Tool A. Hand Lens

Magnifies small
objects

B. Dissecting Tray
C. Dissection Pins

Holds dissection specimens

D. Forceps,
E. Dissecting
Scissors,
F. Dissecting probe,
G. Scalpel

Used to cut or
examine
specimens

H. Safety goggles

Protects eyes from fire and

chemicals

I. Triple Beam Balance

Measures
mass

J. Graduated Cylinder
K. Test Tube
L. Beaker and Erlenmeyer Flask

Measures/Mixes/Holds liquids

M. Test Tube Rack

Holds Test Tubes

N. Bunsen Burner
O. Dropper
Pipette

Transfers drops of
liquid

Heats
Objects

P. Pipette

Transfers
measured
liquid

U.
Thermometer

Measures
temperature

Q. Compound
Microscope

R. Microscope
Slide

Holds objects to
examine under
microscope

S. Coverslip

Magnifies
very small
objects

Covers Materials on
glass slide

T. Petri Dish

Used for bacterial

cultures

V. Funnel
Transfers liquid

W. Metric
Ruler

Measures length

Filters material

Assignment

Complete the Analysis and

Conclusion Questions as your
understanding check.
See me for a stamp
Tool Identification Quiz Tomorrow

Answers