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Commonly Used Lab Equipment. Write the lab equipment name OR 2. Write a description of the function of the equipment (what do we use it for?). Compound Light Microscope. Uses a light source and lenses to Magnify image of a very small object. Stereoscope.
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Commonly Used Lab Equipment • Write the lab equipment name OR 2. Write a description of the function of the equipment (what do we use it for?)
Compound Light Microscope • Uses a light source and lenses to Magnify image of a very small object
Stereoscope • Enlarges items for study. Small items can be viewed in 3D.
Graduated Cylinder • Used to accurately measure Volume of a liquid
Beaker • Glass used to hold liquid • Not used to accurately Measure volume
Erlenmeyer Flask • Used for heating, mixing, swirling solutions • Not used for accurate measurement
Test Tube &Test tube rack • Long glass tube that can be used to store, mix, or heat small quantities.
Pipette/ Dropper • Used to transfer liquid
Petri Dish Used for holding specimens, or growing bacteria/mold
Slide and Coverslip • Slide= Supports item being examined under a microscope • Coverslip= Covers item on slide
Forceps • Used to hold or lift small Objects or specimens