Funnel
Funnel
Funnel (/ˈfʌnəl/) is a tube or pipe that is wide at the top and narrow at the bottom, used for guiding liquid or powder into a small opening.
Etymology
The word "funnel" originated from the Latin word "fundibulum", which means a narrow-mouthed vessel.
Medical Usage
In the medical field, a funnel is often used in laboratory settings for transferring liquids from one container to another, especially if the second container has a narrow opening. It is also used in the process of filtration, where it helps in separating solids from liquids.
Funnels are also used in medical procedures such as Funnel Chest (Pectus excavatum), a condition where the breastbone sinks into the chest.
Related Terms
- Funnel Chest: A deformity of the chest characterized by a caved-in or sunken appearance of the chest.
- Filtration: The process of filtering something, especially a liquid, to remove solid particles or impurities.
- Laboratory Equipment: Tools and equipment used by scientists who work in a laboratory to perform tests and procedures.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Funnel
- Wikipedia's article - Funnel
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