Lab Equipment Quiz

1. What is a Beaker used for in a laboratory?

Heating substances
Measuring and holding liquids
Crushing substances
Holding specimens for microscopic examination

2. Which equipment produces a single flame and is used for heating substances?

Flask
Slide
Bunsen Burner
Pipette

3. What is the primary purpose of a Microscope in a laboratory?

To mix fluids
To separate substances based on density
To magnify tiny objects
To hold liquids for laboratory tests

4. Which equipment is used to crush and grind substances into a fine powder?

Beaker
Mortar and Pestle
Stirring Rod
Test Tube

5. What does a Centrifuge do?

Measures the intensity of light absorbed by a solution
Spins samples very quickly to separate substances based on density
Used for precise addition of a solution in titration experiments
Produces a single flame for heating

6. Which equipment is used to separate DNA, RNA, or protein molecules based on their size?

Titrator
Rotary Evaporator
Gel Electrophoresis System
Osmometer

7. What is the primary function of an Autoclave?

To separate mixtures into their individual components
To magnify tiny objects
For the efficient removal of solvents from samples
For sterilizing equipment using high-pressure steam

8. Which safety equipment is used to protect the eyes from splashes, fumes, and debris?

Lab Coat
Gloves
Safety Goggles
Fire Blanket

9. What is the purpose of a Fire Extinguisher in a laboratory?

To protect against splashes or flying debris
To put out small fires in emergency situations
To provide a flow of water to rinse off a person
To protect the wearer from inhaling harmful substances

10. Which equipment is a ventilated enclosure that protects the user from inhaling toxic fumes?

Hot Plate
Fume Hood
Safety Shield
Respirator