Aim: To learn about the different equipment in a laboratory.

Equipment

• Test tube - This is used  for experiments using liquids.They have a bung that can be placed in the top. Test tubes sit in a test tube rack.

• Conical Flask - This is used for experiments with liquid up to 150 ml. The flask has a rubber bung for the top and the glass is heat proof.

• Glass Stirring rod - This is a 20cm glass rod used to stir and mix any liquids together.

• Test tube tongs - These are used to hold a hot test tube after an experiment.

• Spatula - This is for holding very small amounts of chemical powders.

• Funnel - used to channel liquids into a smaller container.

• Measuring Cylinder - This is used to measure liquids for experiments. The liquids will be poured into a beaker or test tube once measured out.

Activity: 

In groups of 3 you need to carefully get a small grey tote tray and complete the 3 sheets provided.

1. Laboratory Equipment

2. Mix and Match and drawing.

3. Draw the lab equipment in the tray