Grade 8 Science: Lab Equipment Worksheet

Lab Equipment Identification and Function

Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. This worksheet will test your knowledge of common lab equipment and their uses.

1. Which piece of lab equipment is used to measure the volume of a liquid precisely?

2. What is the primary function of a Bunsen burner?

3. A   is used to hold and mix small amounts of liquids in experiments.

4. When heating a test tube, you should always point its opening   from yourself and others.

5. A beaker is designed for precise measurements of liquid volume.

6. Safety goggles are essential lab equipment to protect your eyes from chemicals and projectiles.

7. Describe the function of a thermometer in a science lab.

8. Why is it important to use a balance or scale in experiments?

Match the lab equipment with its primary use.