Mixtures: equipment diagrams

Science

In the Separation Techniques unit, pupils will build on their knowledge of solutions to learn about methods for separating mixtures, including filtration, evaporation, distillation, and chromatography.

In the Solid, Liquid and Gas States and Changes of State unit, pupils learned to categorise substances into the solid, liquid or gas state and explored particle behaviour during changes of state.

This unit explores the concepts of pure substances, mixtures, and diffusion in liquids and gases. It emphasises accuracy, precision, and the use of appropriate techniques during investigations. The focus is on making predictions and recording reliable observations.

Solutions

Match each piece of scientific apparatus to its drawing.

It increases the accuracy of the experiment

It can lead to misinterpretation or confusion

If a scientific drawing has too many details, how might it affect the understanding of the apparatus?

To provide clear identification of each piece of apparatus and its function

What is the primary purpose of using labels in a scientific diagram?

In a scientific diagram, each piece of apparatus is drawn as a {{}} representation of the apparatus. 

A 2D representation of a piece of apparatus

Shows how equipment is set up for an investigation

A piece of equipment that is designed for a particular use

Match the following terms with their definitions

Which unlabelled scientific diagram correctly shows the apparatus needed to test the boiling point of water?

Which of the following descriptions best describes a pure material?

If you needed to measure the volume of a liquid, which apparatus would you use?

What unit is commonly used to measure mass in the laboratory? 

When measuring the volume of a liquid, which unit of measurement is typically used? 

They can alter the melting and boiling points of the substance

How might the presence of impurities in a substance affect the accuracy of measurements taken during an experiment?

To obtain a more accurate temperature reading of the liquid

When measuring the temperature of a liquid, why is it important to ensure the thermometer is not touching the sides or bottom of the container?

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

Mixtures: equipment diagrams

Lesson outcome

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.