Laboratory equipment
Laboratory Equipment
Laboratory equipment refers to the various tools and equipment used by scientists working in a laboratory. These devices are generally used to either perform an experiment or to take measurements and gather data. The classical equipment includes tools such as Bunsen Burners and Microscopes as well as specialty equipment such as Spectrophotometers and Centrifuges.
Pronunciation
- Lab-or-a-tory Equipment (IPA: /ˈlæbərəˌtɔːri ɪˈkwɪpmənt/)
Etymology
The term "laboratory" originates from the Latin laboratorium, a place for labor or work. "Equipment" comes from the French équipement, meaning the act of equipping or the state of being equipped.
Types of Laboratory Equipment
Microscope
A microscope is an instrument used to see objects that are too small for the naked eye. The science of investigating small objects using such an instrument is called Microscopy.
Bunsen Burner
A Bunsen burner is a common piece of laboratory equipment that produces a single open gas flame, which is used for heating, sterilization, and combustion.
Spectrophotometer
A spectrophotometer is a photometer that can measure intensity as a function of the color, or more specifically, the wavelength of light.
Centrifuge
A centrifuge is a laboratory device that is used for the separation of fluids, gas or liquid, based on density. Separation is achieved by spinning a vessel containing material at high speed; the centrifugal force pushes heavier materials to the outside of the vessel.
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