MEANING OF SCIENCE LABORATORY;
Science laboratory is centre to scientific instructions and it
forms essential component of science education .Without
proper and well equipped lab ,its not possible to carry out
science teaching effectively.
Planning
Space
Ample physical and material facility.
Ample storage facility for chemicals and equipment.
good lighting and ventilation .
regular supply of water and gas.
Availability of shelves, cupboards and notice board.
Seating arrangement and furniture in laboratory .
Storage ,budgeting and financing .
Maintenance
Storage of scientific material.
Maintenance of lab registers.
Maintenance of electrical parts.
Maintenance of glassware.
Care and maintenance of lab equipment\ apparatus .
Repairs of electrical parts and equipment.
Importance of science laboratory :
To achieve objective of Science teaching.
To inculcate Scientific Attitude and Principles in students.
To develop interest for science subject .
To train students in scientific way.
To give chance of observation and experimentation to
students.
To develop cooperation among students.