Scientific Tools

A Graduated Cylinder

Graduated Cylinder
Measurement: Volume
Units: Milliliters (mL)

A Meniscus

Meniscus
When you are using a graduated
cylinder, there is a small dip
in the fluid. Take the measurement
at the bottom of the dip.

Beaker
Measurement: Volume
Units: Milliliters (mL)

A Beaker

Flask
Measurement: Volume
Units: Milliliters (mL)

A Flask

A Micropipette

Micropipette
Measurement: Volume
Units: Micrometers

A Testtube

Testtube
Measurement: Volume

Metric Ruler
Measurement: Length
Units: Millimeters (mm)
and Centimeters (cm)

A Ruler

Metric Thermometer
Measurement: Temperature
Units: Degrees Celsius

A Thermometer

A Triple-Beam Balance

Triple-Beam Balance
Measurement: Mass
Units: Grams (g)

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