Physics Lab Equipment List PDF

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Physics Lab Equipment List - Summary

Physics is one of the most fundamental scientific disciplines, and its main goal is to understand how the universe behaves.

The specific equipment needed for a particular experiment depends on the nature of the experiment and the branch of physics being studied. Physics lab equipment encompasses a wide range of instruments and apparatus used for conducting experiments and measurements in various fields of physics.

Physics Lab Equipment List

Equipment	Description
Balance	Used for measuring mass, typically in grams. Various types include beam balances, electronic balances, and analytical balances.
Thermometer	Measures temperature in Celsius or Fahrenheit. Different types include mercury, alcohol, and digital thermometers.
Microscope	Used for magnifying small objects or specimens. Types include optical microscopes, electron microscopes, and scanning probe microscopes.
Spectrometer	Used for measuring the properties of light such as intensity, wavelength, and polarization. Common types include prism spectrometers, diffraction grating spectrometers, and Fourier-transform infrared (FTIR) spectrometers.
Calorimeter	Measures the heat exchanged in a chemical reaction or physical process.
Voltmeter	Measures voltage in an electric circuit.
Ammeter	Measures current in an electric circuit.
Ohmmeter	Measures resistance in an electric circuit.
Oscilloscope	Displays and analyzes the waveform of electronic signals.
Geiger Counter	Detects ionizing radiation such as alpha, beta, and gamma radiation.
Laser	Used for various applications including spectroscopy, interferometry, and optical trapping.
Force Sensor	Measures force or weight exerted on an object.
Pipette	Used for accurately measuring and transferring small volumes of liquid.
Centrifuge	Separates components of a mixture based on their density using centrifugal force.
Magnetic Field Sensor	Measures the strength and direction of magnetic fields.
Ultrasonic Cleaner	Uses ultrasonic waves to clean laboratory equipment.
Power Supply	Provides a controlled electrical voltage and current output for experiments involving electrical circuits.
Ruler	Used for measuring length of objects.
Vernier Caliper	Used for measuring width and diameter of objects with higher precision.
Micrometer	Used for measuring diameter of small objects with very high precision.
Newton’s Cradle	Demonstrates the conservation of momentum and energy.
Inclined Plane	Used to demonstrate principles of forces and motion.