A distilling apparatus (or a still) is the equipment used to perform distillation, which is a process for separating components from a liquid mixture by using their different boiling points. Essentially, it works by: Heating the liquid mixture until one…
Read MoreA water bath in a laboratory is a piece of equipment used to incubate samples at a constant, controlled temperature for an extended period. It's essentially a container filled with heated water, which provides a stable and uniform thermal environment.…
Read MoreA tissue culture laboratory is a specialized, highly sterile facility designed to grow and manipulate cells, tissues, or organs outside of their original organism (in vitro) under controlled environmental conditions. The primary function of the lab is to provide an…
Read MoreMining and mineral processing laboratories use a variety of specialized equipment to prepare samples, analyze the mineral content (assaying), and test the physical properties of ores. This data is critical for exploration, process control, and quality assurance. 1. Sample Preparation…
Read More"Test tube holders" can refer to two main types of laboratory equipment: Test Tube Holder (Clamp/Tong): This is a tool, usually with a spring-action or cross-pattern grip, used to safely hold a single test tube, especially when it is hot…
Read MoreWhat is a Programmable Temperature & Humidity Chamber? A Programmable Temperature & Humidity Chamber, also known as a climatic test chamber or environmental simulation chamber, is a specialized piece of laboratory equipment designed to replicate and control precise environmental conditions.…
Read MoreA cooling water bath is a laboratory apparatus used to maintain low temperatures for chemical reactions, sample incubation, or solvent collection, typically in the range of 13°C to below 0°C depending on the cooling method applied. It consists of a…
Read MoreA laboratory setup requires a combination of basic safety measures, essential tools, and specialized equipment depending on the field of study (e.g., chemistry, biology, physics). I. Essential Safety and Setup Safety is paramount in any lab setup. Personal Protective Equipment…
Read MoreA Lab Chiller, or recirculating Chiller, is a specialized cooling system that provides precise temperature control for laboratory equipment, processes, and samples by continuously removing excess heat. It works by circulating a chilled fluid (like water or a water/glycol mix)…
Read MoreA Kjeldahl flask is a specialized piece of glassware used in the Kjeldahl method for the quantitative determination of nitrogen content in organic and inorganic substances, which is often used to calculate the protein content of a sample. The flask…
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