The COMPOUND MICROSCOPE has two systems of lenses for

greater magnification, 1) the ocular, or eyepiece lens that one looks

into and 2) the objective lens, or the lens closest to the object and to
magnify a small object or to magnify the fine details of a larger object in
order to examine minute specimens that cannot be seen by the naked
eye.

The GRADUATED CYLINDER is used for measuring volumes

(amounts) of liquids.

FLORENCE FLASK it is used as a container to hold liquids. A Florence

flask has a round body, a single long neck, and often a flat bottom. It is
designed for uniform heating, boiling, distillation and ease of swirling; it
is produced in a number of different glass thicknesses to stand different
types of use.

ERLENMEYER FLASK is used for the mixing of chemicals. Big base

leads to stability. Narrow neck to prevent splashs.

GOGGLES or SAFETY GLASSES, are forms of protective eyewear

that usually enclose or protect the area surrounding the eye in order to
prevent particulates, water or chemicals from striking the eyes. They
are used in chemistry laboratories and in woodworking
PETRI DISH is use to swallow a cylindrical dish that has a lid, useful for
watching a chemical reactions.

The TRIPLE BEAM BALANCE is used to measure masses very

precisely; the reading error is 0.05 gram.

A RUBBER STOPPER or a RUBBER BUNG is mainly used in

chemical laboratory in combination with flasks and test tube and also
for fermentation in winery.

A TEST TUBE HOLDER is used to hold Test Tubes. It is used for

holding a test tube in place when the tube is hot or should not be
touched. For example, a test tube holder can be used to hold a test
tube while it is being heated.