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Though they come in various sizes, test tubes are simply glass tubes. A graduated cylinder, however, has approximate measurements for varying volumes of liquid.

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What is the name of the test tube that measures?

A sample tube, culture tube, sometimes a boiling tube.


Which property of water causes water to curve in a graduated cylinder?

With most liquids, the attractive force between the liquid and the container is greater than the attraction between the individual liquid molecules. So the liquid "sticks" to the side of the container. A few liquids have a "backwards" meniscus. An example is mercury. If you put mercury in a test tube, it would be higher in the middle than at the edges.


What is the capacity of the graduated cylinder in milliliters?

The capacity of a graduated cylinder can vary depending on its size. Common sizes include 10 mL, 25 mL, 50 mL, 100 mL, and 250 mL. It is important to check the markings on the cylinder to determine its specific capacity.


A researcher needs to pour exactly 4 mL of hydrochloric acid into six different test tubes Which What instruments would best help the researcher correctly distribute the solution?

A micropipette would be the best instrument for accurately dispensing 4 mL of hydrochloric acid into each test tube. Alternatively, a graduated cylinder with a precise scale could also be used.


How a water-filled graduated cylinder is inverted in a pan of water?

Gases that are relatively insoluble in water are collected by water displacement. The gas pushes the water down and out of the water-filled gas-collecting vessel. The gas-collecting vessel (generally a flask or test tube) is first filled with water, covered with a glass plate or plastic wrap (no air bubbles must enter the vessel, and then inverted into a deep pan or tray half-filled with water. The glass plate or plastic wrap is removed, and the tubing from the gas generator is inserted into the mouth of the gas-collecting vessel.

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Which graduated cylinder do you use when applying heat?

Use a borosilicate glass graduated cylinder when applying heat, as it can withstand higher temperatures without breaking or shattering. Avoid using plastic graduated cylinders as they may melt when exposed to heat.


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A graduated cylinder brush is a specialized cleaning tool designed to clean the inside of graduated cylinders, which are narrow and tall laboratory glassware used for measuring liquid volumes. The brush has a long handle and bristles that are flexible enough to reach the bottom of the cylinder to remove residues and contaminants. It helps maintain the accuracy and cleanliness of the cylinder for precise measurements.


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Tool used to measure and transfer liquids?

A graduated cylinder is commonly used to measure and transfer liquids accurately. It has volume markings along its length, allowing for precise measurements. Additionally, a pipette is often used to transfer specific volumes of liquids from one container to another.


What is the difference between a test and a demonstration?

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What is the name of the test tube that measures?

A sample tube, culture tube, sometimes a boiling tube.


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What is used to find area of an irregular object?

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Is a graduated cylinder more accurate than a beaker?

As a chemist I can tell you that there are a significant purpose differences between the two, though sometime masked in high school chemistry. In college you learn that the graduated cylinder are more specifically designed to measure volume of a liquid. The test tube is glass which is safer to do most chemical reactions in - meaning the test tube is not generally used for measurement but rather a container for liquids.