MEDIVEERSETHE PRACTICAL HUBSee 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.
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Photoelectric colorimeter
Measures light absorption by coloured solutions in suitable biochemical assays.
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UV–visible spectrophotometer
Measures absorbance at selected wavelengths or across a spectrum in compatible samples.
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Cuvette
Holds a sample in the optical path of a colorimeter or spectrophotometer.
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Adjustable micropipette
Transfers small liquid volumes within the instrument’s stated range.
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Volumetric pipette
Transfers a fixed calibrated volume for accurate solution preparation.
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Burette
Delivers a measured variable volume during titration.
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Volumetric flask
Prepares a solution to a specified final volume.
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Graduated measuring cylinder
Measures liquid volume when moderate precision is sufficient.
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Test tubes
Holds small samples for reactions, observation or compatible heating in supervised practicals.
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Laboratory beaker
Holds, mixes and transfers liquids during sample and reagent preparation.
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Conical flask
Mixes solutions by swirling and receives titrant during titration.
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Vacuum filtration apparatus
Separates suspended solids from a liquid using a suitable filter medium and reduced pressure.
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Bench centrifuge
Separates components such as cells and liquid according to their sedimentation behaviour.
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Laboratory water bath
Maintains samples at a controlled temperature for suitable biochemical reactions.
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pH meter
Measures the acidity or alkalinity of compatible aqueous samples.
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Analytical balance
Measures mass accurately for reagent and standard preparation.
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Urinometer
Estimates urine specific gravity by flotation in a suitable specimen volume.
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Handheld refractometer
Estimates dissolved-solute concentration or specific gravity using the appropriate calibrated scale.
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Laboratory hot plate
Heats compatible vessels; some models also provide magnetic stirring.
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Vortex mixer
Rapidly mixes small samples in compatible closed tubes.
Identify · Locate · Practise 4 viva questions · Zoomable referenceA 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.