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MEDIVEERSETHE PRACTICAL HUB
BIOCHEMISTRY / THE INSTRUMENT ATLAS

See the instrument.
Understand the principle.

From a micropipette to a spectrophotometer. Learn what each instrument does, identify its parts and practise explaining the science behind it.

MBBS + BDS20 instruments80 viva promptsFirst-year foundation + revision
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4 instruments to explore

Adjustable micropipette — reference view
Liquid measurement

Adjustable micropipette

Transfers small liquid volumes within the instrument’s stated range.

Identify · Locate · Practise 4 viva questions · Zoomable reference
Volumetric pipette — reference view
Liquid measurement

Volumetric pipette

Transfers a fixed calibrated volume for accurate solution preparation.

Identify · Locate · Practise 4 viva questions · Zoomable reference
Burette — reference view
Liquid measurement

Burette

Delivers a measured variable volume during titration.

Identify · Locate · Practise 4 viva questions · Zoomable reference
Graduated measuring cylinder — reference view
Liquid measurement

Graduated measuring cylinder

Measures liquid volume when moderate precision is sufficient.

Identify · Locate · Practise 4 viva questions · Zoomable reference

A core teaching collection for both courses. Instrument models and practical lists vary by college. Photographs illustrate specific models; follow your department’s supervised practical programme.