MODULE 1

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LABORATORY DEVICES IN PHYSIOLOGY

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

At the end of this module, you should be able to know the apparatuses and equipment used in the study of
Physiology and proper handling the laboratory apparatuses and equipment.

ENGAGE

Anatomist and Physiologist use a variety of apparatuses and equipment to explore structures and their functions.
Apparatuses and equipment are very important in the advancement of Anatomy and Physiology. The type of
apparatuses and equipment physiologists use depends on the purpose they serve. A physiologist may use
something as simple as a metric ruler to measure the length of a bone. At another time, the same physiologist may
use a microscope to view large tissues. In this activity, you will identify laboratory apparatuses and equipment
likely to be found in a physiology laboratory. You will also learn the function of each laboratory apparatuses and
equipment.

EXPLORE

What are the functions of some laboratory apparatuses and equipment found in a typical physiology
laboratory?

Look at the images of the laboratory equipment. Carefully note the different types of laboratory equipment then
using a reference write the function of each laboratory apparatus and equipment in Physiology using the space
provided.

1. Kymogram
Function:
________________________________________________________________________________________

2. Urinometer

Function:
________________________________________________________________________________________

3. Spirometer

Function:
________________________________________________________________________________________

4. Stethoscope
Function:
________________________________________________________________________________________

5. Muscle clamp

Function:
________________________________________________________________________________________

6. Knee reflex hammer

Function:
________________________________________________________________________________________

7. Pen light
Function:
________________________________________________________________________________________

8. tuning fork

Function:
________________________________________________________________________________________

9. Erlenmeyer flask

Function:
________________________________________________________________________________________

10. Thermometer
Function:
________________________________________________________________________________________

EXPLAIN

Common laboratory apparatuses and equipment

Learn more about the common laboratory apparatuses and equipment.

For OBL: https://www.dummies.com/education/science/biology/basic-

equipment-used-in-biology-experiments/

For CBL: Laboratory apparatuses and equipment

Laboratory safety regulations for all Anatomy and Physiology

Learn about the proper handling the laboratory apparatuses and equipment.

For OBL: https://dacc.nmsu.edu/ho/wp content/uploads/sites/108/2015/08/safety-sheet-for-a-

p-and-biology.pdf

For CBL: Laboratory safety regulations for all Anatomy and Physiology

What insights about common laboratory apparatuses and equipment and laboratory safety
regulations for all Anatomy and Physiology have you learned from watching the video? Be ready to share
it during our feedback session.

ELABORATE
Total No. of Points: 20
Instruction: Copy then write the function/s of each piece of laboratory equipment in Anatomy and Physiology
using the space provided. Include in-text citations and references (follow APA 6 th v).

A. hand lens: ________________________________________

B. dissecting tray: ____________________________________
C. dissecting pins: ___________________________________
D. forceps: __________________________________________
E. dissecting scissors: _________________________________
F. dissecting probe: __________________________________
G. scalpel: __________________________________________
H. safety goggles: ___________________________________
I. triple-beam balance: ______________________________
J. graduated cylinder: _______________________________
K. test tube: _________________________________________
L. beaker: ___________________________________________
M. test-tube rack: ___________________________________
N. Bunsen burner: ____________________________________
O. dropper pipette: __________________________________
P. pipette: __________________________________________
Q. compound microscope: __________________________
R. microscope slide: _________________________________
S. coverslip: _________________________________________
T. petri dish: _________________________________________

Note: This assessment is graded. Accomplish properly and submit them on/before the specified deadline.

SUBMISSION OF OUTPUT:
For OBL: Post your file on our google classroom submission bin. Rename the file as LAST NAME_Given
Name_ Elaborate e.g. DELA CRUZ_JOHN_ELABORATE

For CBL: Save in OTG and send via courier or e-mail to instructor. Rename the file as LAST NAME_Given
Name_ Elaborate e.g. DELA CRUZ_JOHN_ELABORATE
 EVALUATE

Total No. of Points: 20

Instructions: Copy then Complete the table below. Include in-text citations and references (follow APA 6 th v).
Write your answer on the space provided.

Laboratory Function
apparatus/equipment
1. to measure temperature in Celsius
2. to hold and mix compound in which the small neck is to facilitate mixing without
spilling
3. to hold a test tube, particularly when hot
4. to hold several test tubes at one time
5. to transfer liquids or fine-grained materials into containers with small openings and
for filtration
6. to measure a precise volume of a liquid
7. to pick up or hold small objects
8. to measure small amounts of liquid very accurately
9. to prepare solutions to an accurate volume
10. for measuring mass
11. to test lung function
12. for estimation of specific gravity of urine
13. for aspiration of material from inside the body
14. a microscope associated apparatus used for manual counting of cells in body fluids
like blood
15. used to separate particles dispersed in a liquid according to their molecular mass
16.  to record muscular motion, changes in blood pressure, and other physiological
phenomena
17. for sharp cutting of tissues
18. to contain anatomical specimens for preservation
19. for probing either foramina
20. to cut the skin, organs or fibrous structures like fascia

Note: This assessment is graded. Accomplish properly and submit them on/before the specified deadline.

SUBMISSION OF OUTPUT:

For OBL: Post your file on our google classroom submission bin. Rename the file as LAST NAME_Given
Name_ Evaluate e.g. DELA CRUZ_JOHN_EVALUATE

For CBL: Save in OTG and send via courier or e-mail to instructor. Rename the file as LAST NAME_Given
Name_ Evaluate e.g. DELA CRUZ_JOHN_EVALUATE

REFERENCES
https://www.dummies.com/education/science/biology/basic- equipment-used-in-biology-experiments

https://dacc.nmsu.edu/ho/wp content/uploads/sites/108/2015/08/safety-sheet-for-a-p-and-biology.pdf

Dear future Louisian Psychologist,

Congratulations on finishing module 1.
You may now proceed to module 2.
Good luck!

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