Which of the Following is a Common Piece of Equipment

Question

Which of the following is a common piece of equipment used in dissecting preserved specimens?
A) microcentrifuge
B) microscope
C) water bath
D) scalpel

Accepted Answer

A scalpel is a common piece of equipment used in dissecting preserved specimens. Microcentrifuges are used to separate small volumes of liquids, microorganisms, or molecular components. Microscopes are used to observe and magnify specimens, but not typically used for dissection. Water baths are used to heat or cool samples for various applications, but not typically used in dissecting preserved specimens.