The laboratory. The name almost sounds menacing. Despite the
name, a lab does not need to be a scary place to a new, aspiring science
student! Knowing your way around the room and its wonderful contents will make
your journey a pleasant, educational experience. Consider this a little guide
into what to find in a laboratory.
- · Lab tables- There are several types of tables in a lab, such as balance tables; however, most of the time, the lab table you’ll be stationed at will be a larger table made of a number of possible materials.
- · Equipment Drawers and Pegboards- Here is where you’ll find your beakers, flasks, balances, Bunsen burners, and other such apparatus that you’ll use.
- · Sink- Every lab needs a sink. It’s good practice to wash all equipment before and after usage, to provide cross-contamination, which could lead to anything from skewed data to terrible results.
- · Lab Coats/Goggles- Safety is incredibly important, especially when working around chemicals! A lab coat and pair of lab goggles will help protect your skin and eyes from spills and splashbacks.
- · Eye Wash/First Aid Station- It’s important to know where in the lab the eye wash station and first aid kits are located. A chemical burn can cause serious problems, but you can minimize damage with quick action.
Know where to find all of these, and you will be well on
your way to your first experiment!
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