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| − | A '''conical measure''' or '''measuring cup''' is a type of laboratory glassware which consists of a conical cup with a notch on the top to allow for the easy pouring of liquids, and graduated markings on the side to allow easy and accurate measurement of volumes of liquid. While not as precise as graduated | + | A '''conical measure''' or '''measuring cup''' is a type of laboratory glassware which consists of a conical cup with a notch on the top to allow for the easy pouring of liquids, and graduated markings on the side to allow easy and accurate measurement of volumes of liquid. While not as precise as [[graduated cylinder]]s, conical measures are often used by pharmacists when compounding. |
==General== | ==General== | ||
| − | Conical measures are made of glass and plastic. They have graduations on their side. | + | Conical measures are made conical cups, made of glass and transparent plastic. They have graduations on their side. |
==Availability== | ==Availability== | ||
| − | Conical measures are sold by lab suppliers and can also be purchased online. | + | Conical measures are sold by lab suppliers and can also be purchased online, from eBay or Amazon. |
==References== | ==References== | ||
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A conical measure or measuring cup is a type of laboratory glassware which consists of a conical cup with a notch on the top to allow for the easy pouring of liquids, and graduated markings on the side to allow easy and accurate measurement of volumes of liquid. While not as precise as graduated cylinders, conical measures are often used by pharmacists when compounding.
General
Conical measures are made conical cups, made of glass and transparent plastic. They have graduations on their side.
Availability
Conical measures are sold by lab suppliers and can also be purchased online, from eBay or Amazon.
