In laboratory equipment, a beaker is generally a cylindrical container with a flat bottom. Most also have a small spout to aid pouring, as shown in the picture. Beakers are available in a wide range o
Beakers of several sizes
Beakers of different sizes
Laboratory flask
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Laboratory flasks are vessels or containers that fall into the category of laboratory equipment known as glassware. In laboratory and other scientific settings, they are usually referred to simply as
Beaker (laboratory equipment)
…as shown in the picture. Beakers are available in a wide range of sizes, from one milliliter up to several liters. A beaker is distinguished from a flask by having straight rather than sloping sides. The exception to this definition is a slightly conical-sided beaker called a Philips beaker. The beaker…
Erlenmeyer flask
2024 Missouri American Innovation dollar: George Washington Carver examines a Florence flask, here emblematic of biochemistry