INSTRUMENTATION
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SECTION A: SHORT ANSWER QUESTIONS (40 Marks)
all questions are 4 marks each in this section
1. Define the following terms as applied to instrumentation:-
- calibration
- Lubrication
2. Four common laboratory equipment and one function each
3. Four parts of a microscope and functions
4. Standard sample preparation procedure
5. Importance of dark bottles for KMnO₄ storage.
6. Difference between standard and working sample
7. Four precautions when handling lab equipment
8. Two lubrication materials and uses
9. Mention four Steps in overhaul maintenance in a laboratory.
10. Four signs that maintenance is needed
SECTION B: STRUCTURED QUESTIONS (60 Marks)
Question 11: Calibration Procedures
a) Steps to calibrate a lab balance/pH meter. (10 mks)
b) Discuss three Common calibration errors. (6 mks)
c) Highlight four other instruments that are calibrated in a laboratory. (4 mks)
Question 12: Maintenance Types and Procedure
a) Difference between preventive and overhaul maintenance. (4 mks)
b) Procedure for microscope overhaul (12 mks)
c) Mention moving four parts of an electron microscope. (4 mks)
Question 13: Equipment Use and Maintenance
a) elaborate five ways to ensure Proper use and safety of an instrument (10 mks)
b) Discuss the Importance of dusting/lubrication of any lab equipment. (6 mks)
c) highlight four effects of improper equipment use (4 marks)