Question

Many types of scientific equipment are used to perform different functions in the science lab. Which of the following combinations of equipment would be needed to bring one liter of water to 85°C? a. graduated cylinder, balance, beaker and hot plate b. graduated cylinder, beaker, thermometer and hot plate c. test tube, thermometer, and Bunsen burner d. test tube, electronic balance and hot plate

Answer 1

To measure a liter of water, a graduated cylinder will be a better choice than a test tube. If you want to heat the water to a specific temperature, you'll probably need a thermometer to know that you're at the specified temperature, right?