Laboratory apparatus and basic practical skills

Laboratory Apparatus

Learn the names and functions of common apparatus, then choose suitable equipment for practical tasks.

Identify apparatusSelect equipmentUse equipment correctly

Apparatus gallery

Use the shapes and descriptions to recognize each item.

In progress

Beaker

Hold, mix or heat liquids; not for precise volume measurement.

Conical flask

Hold and mix liquids with less risk of splashing.

Test tube

Hold small amounts of liquids or solids.

Dropper

Transfer liquids one drop at a time.

Filter funnel

Support filter paper during filtration.

Glass rod

Stir liquids and guide liquid while pouring.

Spatula

Transfer small amounts of solid chemicals.

Bunsen burner

Produce a flame for heating substances.

Choose the most suitable apparatus for each job.

Transfer a few drops of solution

Transfer a small amount of solid

Stir a solution

Support filter paper

Complete all four matches.

You need to separate mud from muddy water and collect the clear liquid.

Choose the set that can separate an insoluble solid from a liquid.

When drawing an experimental set-up, use straight lines, do not shade, keep the apparatus in proportion, and label every important part.