How can we use Lab Tools?

Grade 5

Microscope

Used to see very small objects (make them

larger)

Thermometer

Used to measure the temperature

of things.

Graduated cylinder

Used to measure volume very accurately.

Compass

Used to determine direction.

Stop watch

Used to measure the length of

time.

Goggles

Keep your eyes safe.

Test tubes

Used to heat small amounts of

liquids.

Beaker

Wide mouth container used

to move, heat or store liquids.

Using your knowledge of the previous lab tools

• Identify and correctly use the lab tools to measure the following:

1) Friends height2) Amount of water in the cup3) Drop 10 drops of water4) Measure the waters temperature5) Weight your pencil case6) Measure how much time you will take to do the

above measurements.

Measuring tape

Used to measure length or distance.

Digital balance

Used to measure weight.

Funnel

Used to pour liquids into containers with small openings or to

hold filter paper

Dropper

Use to drop very small amounts of

liquids.

Test tube brush

Used to clean test tubes.

Test tube rack

Used to hold test tubes when we

do not need them.

Test tube holder

Used to hold test tubes when they

are hot.

Spatula

Used to move small amount of solid

and powders from place to place.

Conical flask

A narrow mouthed container used to

move, heat or store substances.

Hand lens

Used to magnify small objects.