Tools Used in Science

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Tools Used in Science
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Beaker

• Used to hold liquid pour
• Do not drop
• or strike
• Do not sit on edge
• of table

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Triple Beam Balance

• Used to measure mass in grams
• Set on secure surfaces

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Safety Goggles

• Used to protect eyes
• Wear when working with chemicals or heat, sand,
  soap, etc.

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Microwave Oven

• Used to heat, cook, thaw dehydrate
• Use heat-resistant mitts to remove hot items

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Microscope

• Used to examine minute objects with an enlarged,
  well-resolved image
• Handle carefully
• Set on secure surfaces.

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Thermometer

• Used to measure temperature
• Handle carefully
• Do not drop or strike

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Magnifying Lens

• Used to produce a larger visual image of small
  objects
• Handle carefully
• Do not strike or drop

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Heat-Resistant Mitt

• Used to handle hot or cold items
• Wear to protect hands

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Timer

• Used to measure time increments
• Set according to experiment directions

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Scissors

• Used to cut thin materials
• Never run with scissors
• Used for intended purposes only!