biotech 8/12/13 read the background information for the lab today, and write “background” on...
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Biotech 8/12/13
Read the background information for the lab today, and write “background” on your warm- up sheet.
Lab MeasurementsBasic Chemistry Unit
Metric System
In biotechnology, we really only look at these units…
Converting Metric Units
When converting units, you can use dimensional analysis, or the metric ladder.
Kilo1000
Hecto100
Deca10
Base1
Deci0.1
Centi0.01
Milli0.001
Micro0.000001
Nano0.000000001
Move decimal to the left!
Move decimal to the right!
Measuring Volume
In the lab, we will typically use two different tools, a graduated cylinder or a pipet.
Measuring Mass
In this lab, we use an analytical balance, which is far more accurate and sensitive than a triple beam balance.
Measuring Volume Lab
Measuring Mass Lab
Accuracy of Micropipets Lab