SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY

College of Engineering
First Semester, AY 2023-2024

General Chemistry | Experiment No. 1

Common Chemistry Laboratory Equipment

I. Introduction
Effective learning and teaching of chemistry concepts involves handling, seeing and manipulating real
materials and objects. These science processes can only be done through laboratory experiments that
will provide greater opportunities for learning and help encourage a deeper understanding of concepts.
These offer students the opportunity of learning science through hands on experiences.

Proper knowledge on how to use the chemical and laboratory equipment, and procedures properly are
necessary before engaging in any laboratory experiments. Without having the accurate information or
knowledge, it can be too tough as well as risky to go with the experiments. Use of lab equipment can
have dangerous side effects if not handled properly.

II. Objectives
• To identify the names and uses of common laboratory equipment used in chemistry laboratory.
• To explain some important guidelines and procedures in performing laboratory activities inside
the chemistry laboratory

III. Procedure
Explore the laboratory equipment, its uses, and some policies and guidelines in chemistry laboratory
by viewing the video by using this link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Ni5UOGp0hk&feature=youtu.be
After viewing, answer the following guide questions:

1. Why should the spatula used for spooning solid chemicals from a reagent bottle be clean and dry?

2. Why must flat-topped stoppers be laid with their flat sides on the table?

3. What is the use of the glass rod in transferring liquid reagents?

4. In heating liquids in a test tube, why should the tube not be pointed to anyone while it is being
heated?

5. When heating liquids in a test tube, why is the test tube moved back and forth across the flame?

6. What precaution should be followed in preparing dilute acid solution?

7. Give at least five of the following: a. Common laboratory equipment used in chemistry lab and its
uses b. Safety rules or precautions inside the chemistry laboratory.

8. Explain the importance of knowing laboratory safety rules, guidelines, and waste management