Science Laboratory Introductions

AIM - To learn about the expected behavior in a science laboratory.

Our R9 Class Treaty

1. Quiet voices
2. Sitting with appropriate people
3. Not fidgeting
4. Not disturbing
5. Respect equipment
6. Making a good choice

• Test tube - Used for most experiments using liquids. They have a bung that goes on top.
• Conical flask -  used for experiments with liquid up to 150 ml. The flask has a rubber bung for the top and the glass is heatproof.
• Glass stirring rod - A 20cm glass rod used to stir and mix any liquids together.
• Test tube tongs - These are used to hold a hot test tube after an experiment.
• Spatula - For holding very small amounts of chemical powders 
• Funnel to make it easier to pour the liquid into something.