Basic Lab Tools, Their use, and their

measurement unitsDraw a picture of the lab tool, write the name, describe its use, and identify the unit of measurement(s), if it is used to

measure something.

Meter Stickmeasures

length/distance

units:meter, centimeter,

millimeter

Funnel used to transfer liquid from one container to another container

that has a small opening.

Tongs used to grab hot glassware

Beakerused for: 1) measuring approximate

volume2) mixing 3) heating

Unit of measurement: milliliter (mL)

Thermometer

used to measure temperatureUnit of measurement: degrees

CelsiusThe red triangle on the thermometer is used to keep it

from rolling.

Glass stir rod

used to stir substances

Triple Beam

Balance

used for measuring massUnit of measurement: grams (g)

Graduated cylinder

used for measuring precise liquid volume

Unit of measurement: milliliters (mL)

Test Tubeand

Test tube rack

Test tube used for heating, mixing, or observing substances

Test tube rack used to holding test tubes; pins in the front for drying

clean test tubes.

Florence Flask

used for: 1) mixing 2) heatingDo not heat with a rubber stopper

or cork in the opening.

Erlynmeyer Flask

used for: 1) mixing 2) heating (can measure approximate volume)

Do not heat with a rubber stopper or cork in the opening.