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Common Chemistry Apparatus


Common laboratory apparatus

Many chemicals are poisonous and should be used with care. One way is to use special equipment, called apparatus, to hold chemicals during an experiment. Apparatus also enable us to make accurate observations. A thermometer, test tube, and stopclock are examples of apparatus. Study the pictures and drawings of common Chemistry apparatus below.














Questions 1

  1. Without referring to the diagrams in the Table above, draw and label the following apparatus.
    Bunsen burner, retort stand, Liebig condenser Check your answers against the diagrams in the Table.
  2. Name the following apparatus.

    3. Check your answers against the Table above, and score yourself out of 12 marks.


  3. State the use of each of the following apparatus.

    4. Check your answers against the Table above, and score yourself out of 12 marks.