What is a Beaker?
A beaker is a specialized piece of glassware which is designed to be used in scientific research. You may have worked with a beaker yourself, if you have ever taken a chemistry class. Beakers are cylindrical in shape, with flat bottoms so that that they can be set onto various surfaces, and they typically have a thick lip with a spout to make it easier to pour liquids. There are numerous uses for beakers, making them quite abundant in the scientific community. It is important to differentiate a beaker and a flask, as these two pieces of glassware are both extensively used in labs, and they are very different. A beaker is a cylinder with flat sides, while a flask has tapered sides which draw close together to create a neck. These pieces of glassware are used somewhat differently, although they are both must-haves in any mad scientist’s workspace. Classically, a beaker is made from glass which has been specially treated to handle rapid temperature changes. Beakers can be placed in situat
