A conical measure 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.
They may be made of plastic, glass, or borosilicate glass. The use of the conical measure usually dictates its construction material. Plastic conical measures, commonly referred to as measuring cups are used by patients to measure liquid medicaments for oral administration. Glass and borosilicate conical measures are used in extemporaneous dispensing within the pharmacy profession.
Conical measures are the most commonly used item of glassware used in the preparation of extemporaneous medicaments. They are not as precise as graduated cylinders for measuring liquids, but make up for this in terms of easy pouring and ability to mix solutions within the measure itself.
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A conical measure is a piece of laboratory equipment which is used to store and mix liquids.
A conical measure is a conical, or in the shape of a cone, like cup. It has a wide top so that liquids can be poured in more easily and marks on the side of it to help measure the amount of liquid more easily. They can be made of plastic or glass.
A conical measure can be used in any pouring, measuring and mixing of liquids. This means that it is useful in:
They are also useful in homes as a measuring cup for cooking.
Conical measures are not very accurate, but are easy to use and to mix liquids in.
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