Chapter 2 · ICSE Class 6 Chemistry (Selina Concise)

Common Laboratory Apparatus and Equipments

Learn to identify common laboratory apparatus and understand their uses and safety precautions.

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Common laboratory apparatus: beaker, test tube, and Bunsen burner Three common pieces of laboratory equipment shown side by side: a beaker, a test tube in a stand, and a Bunsen burner with a flame Beaker Test Tube Bunsen Burner
2.1

Common Apparatus

Test tubes hold small amounts of substances, beakers measure and mix liquids, and a Bunsen burner provides heat for experiments.

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What is a test tube used for?

Holding small amounts of substances for observation or heating

2

What is a Bunsen burner used for?

Providing a controlled flame for heating substances in experiments

2.2

Laboratory Safety

Safety rules in a lab include wearing safety goggles, never tasting chemicals, and pointing test tubes away from people while heating.

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Why should a test tube be pointed away from people while heating?

Because the liquid inside might suddenly boil over or spurt out, which could injure someone in its path

2

Why is it important to never taste chemicals in a lab?

Many chemicals are toxic or harmful if ingested, even in small amounts

Practice

Exercises

1. What is a beaker used for?

2. What is a test tube holder used for?

3. Name one important laboratory safety rule.

4. What is a tripod stand used for?

5. Why should you never point a heated test tube toward yourself or others?

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