Beaker

usgb/ˈbiːkər/
noun

A cup or glass with a flat bottom and no handle, often used in scientific experiments.

The scientist mixed the chemicals in a beaker.
Visual representation of "beaker" - A cup or glass with a flat bottom and no handle, often used in scientific experiments.

Often appears as...

  • glass beaker
  • plastic beaker

Usage tips

Technical,Academic

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Visual representation of "beaker"
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Scientific Usage

Often found in laboratories, a beaker is used by scientists for mixing or measuring liquids.

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Please pour 100ml of water into the beaker.
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Material Matters

Beakers can be made of glass or plastic, with glass being more common in experiments due to durability and heat resistance.

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Use the glass beaker; it won't melt when heated.
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Not for Drinking

Unlike cups or mugs, beakers aren't typically used for drinking, especially in scientific contexts.

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This isn't a coffee mug, it's a laboratory beaker for my experiment.
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