This page is a dictionary that briefly summarizes words
commonly found on this website.
-A- | About us |
Our company's information page. Welcome to Watson Bio Lab – Where Innovation Meets Excellence! |
Absorbance |
The measurement of how much light a sample absorbs at a specific wavelength. Commonly used in spectrophotometry to determine concentration of substances. |
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Acrylic resin |
PMMA(Polymethyl Methacrylate) is clearer than glass, tough against weather, and used in aquariums, windows, and signs. Basically, it’s glass’s cooler, stronger cousin. |
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After care |
We have been able to consistently provide the highest quality products thanks to your valuable feedback. That’s why we encourage you to not only explore our products but also take advantage of our comprehensive support system! |
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Aliquot |
To divide a larger sample into smaller, equal portions for storage or individual use. Helps reduce contamination and waste. |
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Amazon |
Our products are also available on Amazon. If you find it more convenient, feel free to search for our items there. Just a note: this online shop offers a wider selection of products. |
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Anaerobic |
Refers to environments or processes that occur without oxygen, often essential for culturing anaerobic microbes or conducting oxygen-sensitive biochemical reactions. |
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Aseptic |
"Keeping everything super clean and bacteria-free — basically putting up a giant 'No Germs Allowed' sign around your work area." |
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Products with this mark are autoclavable |
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-B- | Bead-Dazzled |
A word we coined to describe that oddly familiar state when you're working with magnetic beads and suddenly realize— Magnetic bead protocols are notorious for their tedious repetition: wash, spin, incubate, repeat. Time quietly disappears as you follow the steps, and before you know it, you’re completely Bead-dazzled. If you’ve ever looked up and wondered where the last hour went, this one’s for you. |
blank | A control sample that contains everything except the analyte of interest — used to zero instruments or set a baseline. Lab life: Your experiment’s way of saying, “Let me show you what nothing looks like… scientifically.” |
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Blot | A laboratory method used to detect specific biomolecules, such as DNA, RNA, or proteins, by transferring them from a gel to a membrane, followed by labeling and visualization. 🧪 Lab Life:Like a lab’s version of screen printing. You run your gel, press it onto a membrane, and boom—your molecular art is ready for its reveal. |
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Blood Research Products |
Blood research products are essential tools for laboratories involved in hematology, immunology, and related biomedical research. These products include blood collection tubes, anticoagulants, reagents, and assay kits designed for the analysis of blood cells, plasma, and serum. They support a wide range of applications such as cell counting, biomarker detection, and blood component separation, making them indispensable for accurate and reliable experimental results. |
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Buffer |
A solution that keeps pH levels stable, even when acids or bases try to crash the party. |
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Buffer Exchange |
The process of replacing one buffer with another in a sample, often using dialysis or repeated concentration and dilution steps. |
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-C- | Calibration |
Checking and adjusting instruments to make sure they're giving accurate results — like making sure your GPS is pointing in the right direction.
*We offer calibration services in Japan, including for products from other manufacturers. |
Cell Counter |
Watson’s cell counting plates make cell counting smooth and precise! 🔬✨ With clear visibility and an easy-to-use design, they’re like the “detectives of the cell world” 🕵️♂️ Ensuring accurate counts to support your research! |
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Centrifuge |
A device that spins samples at high speed to separate components based on density. Commonly used in labs to pellet cells, isolate plasma, or purify nucleic acids. |
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Chemostat |
A continuous culture system that maintains microbial growth at a steady state by constant nutrient supply and waste removal—used to study microbial physiology and metabolism under controlled conditions. |
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Cold Chain |
The maintenance of a temperature-controlled supply chain to keep reagents and samples within specific temperature ranges during handling and transport. |
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Compatibility |
Our pipette tips are compatible with most pipettors. However, if you have any concerns, please feel free to contact us. We also offer LTS nozzles, so please do not hesitate to reach out for more details. *Please note that LTS nozzles are available for purchase on an inquiry basis. |
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Contamination |
The unintended presence of unwanted substances or organisms in a sample or environment. 💡 Example: |
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Cold Centrifuge |
The hero for temperature-sensitive samples. |
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Confluency |
The percentage of a culture dish or flask surface covered by adherent cells. |
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Cryoprotection |
The process of protecting biological samples from damage during freezing by using cryoprotectants (e.g., glycerol, DMSO), which prevent ice crystal formation. |
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-D- | Dead Volume |
The leftover liquid in a pipette tip or tube that just won’t come out. |
Decant |
To carefully pour off the supernatant liquid, leaving behind the solid pellet—commonly done after centrifugation to separate liquids from cells, proteins, or precipitates. |
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Demo |
Need a hands-on experience? We offer demo opportunities for select items! Let us know what you're interested in, and we’ll see what we can do. |
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Dilution |
The process of reducing the concentration of a substance in solution, typically by adding more solvent. Essential in preparing standards or adjusting reagent strength. |
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-E- | ECO Pack |
ECO Pack is sterilized for peace of mind! With its paper packaging, it cuts down on waste while lightening the load on your wallet. Easy to refill, and it saves both space and costs! The perfect eco-friendly and economical combo that makes you and the Earth smile! |
Electrophoresis |
A technique that uses an electric field to separate charged molecules, such as DNA or proteins, based on their size and charge. Commonly performed using an agarose or polyacrylamide gel. |
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Elute |
To wash out or release a substance that was previously bound — common in purification or extraction. |
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Elution |
The process of extracting your target from a column or beads—like coaxing treasure out of a vault. |
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-F- | Filter Tip |
Standard Filter Tips A tip with a standard filter inserted, which effectively stops splashed droplets and similar substances. Hyper filter can stop the overflow completely, but standard also sufficient.
Hyper Filter Tips A tip with a high-performance filter inserted to completely stop overflow. For example, with a 20µL hyper-filter, even when drawing 200µL, the liquid will be stopped. We called Hyper filter tips, due to prevent the overflow better than standard filter tips. |
Filtration |
A technique used to separate solids from liquids or gases by passing the mixture through a filter medium. Essential for removing particulates or sterilizing solutions. |
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Frosted Area |
A rough, matte section on tubes or plates designed for easy writing. |
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-G- | Gradient |
A gradual change in concentration, temperature, or other variable across a given distance. Often used in techniques like density gradient centrifugation or gradient PCR. |
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Graduated. Product with this mark is graduated one. This graduated marking technology is applied throughout each product. For example, in centrifuge tubes, the graduations remain intact without being scraped off, while in cell culture, it offers grid lines with superior straightness and smoothness compared to glass, ensuring enhanced visibility down to the finest details. |
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Graduated Markings |
Printed or molded volume lines on tubes or containers. |
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Graduation |
The scale or markings on labware such as tubes or cylinders that indicate volume. |
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Grid |
A grid is a lattice-like pattern found on cell counting or observation plates. |
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-H- | Hemocytometer |
A hemocytometer is a specialized microscope slide designed to count cells in a known volume. It is commonly used to measure the concentration and viability of cultured cells, such as mammalian cell lines, yeast, and blood cells. With a grid etched into its surface, it allows researchers to perform accurate cell counts in suspension, making it essential in cell culture, microbiology, and hematology applications. |
Hybridization |
The process by which complementary strands of nucleic acids bind together. A fundamental principle behind techniques like Southern blotting and DNA microarrays. |
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Hydrophilic |
Describes molecules or surfaces that are attracted to water. Hydrophilic materials readily absorb or interact with water, making them useful in biological and chemical applications. |
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Hydrophobic |
Describes molecules or surfaces that repel water. Hydrophobic materials do not mix well with water and are often used to prevent wetting or contamination. |
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-I- | Immersion Oil |
A specially formulated oil used with high-power microscope objectives to reduce light refraction and improve image clarity. |
Incubation |
The process of maintaining controlled environmental conditions (like temperature and humidity) to support the growth or reaction of biological samples. |
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Incubator |
Like a spa day—for cells and bacteria. |
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Isotope |
Atoms of the same element with different numbers of neutrons. Some are stable, others radioactive—widely used in tracing, imaging, and labeling. |
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-J- |
Typically, "Jellyfish" refers to a drifting marine invertebrate—but here, it's a centrifuge tube rack! |
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Joule |
A unit of energy in the International System of Units (SI), defined as the work done when a force of one newton moves an object one meter. |
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-K- | Kinetic Energy |
The energy an object possesses due to its motion. |
Kinetics |
The study of the rate at which chemical or biochemical reactions occur, and the factors that influence those rates. |
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Kobe🐄🌊🏙 |
Yes, THAT Kobe—the city of world-famous beef, ocean breeze, and mountain views! But it’s also home to something just as premium: us 😉 Watson Bio Lab proudly calls Kobe its home—where tradition meets innovation, and where your next favorite lab tool might be born. Some say the clean ocean air helps our tips become more precise… Okay, maybe not, but it does make our commute nicer 😎 |
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-L- | Labcation |
A tongue-in-cheek blend of “lab” and “vacation.” "My friends are in Okinawa. I'm on a Labcation." It’s not a getaway, it’s a get-things-done. |
Lysis | The breaking down of cell membranes to release intracellular components, often the first step in DNA, RNA, or protein extraction. 🧪 Lab Life:Lysis: when cells just can’t anymore and spill their secrets. It’s the juicy gossip phase of molecular biology. |
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Lot Number |
Even if two products look identical, different lot numbers can mean subtle variations. |
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-M- | Mega tube |
5.0mL Round bottom type. (233-150C) Height 56.0mm Centrifuge force 20,000 * G. Size: micro tube (0.6-2.0mL) < mega tube(5.0mL) <centrifuge tube(15mL) Bigger than Micro Tube, but smaller than Normal Centrifuge Tube |
meniscus |
The word “meniscus” comes from the Greek word meniskos, meaning “little moon” or “crescent.” |
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Microtiter Plate |
A flat plate with multiple wells used for assays, culturing, and high-throughput screening. Standard formats include 96-well and 384-well plates. |
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Micro tube |
Size: 0.6 mL - 2.0 mL Height: 30-40 mm, centrifuge force: depends on the product Available in protein low-binding, shading, and standard types. We offer a wide variety of microtubes. |
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MS Technos |
As one of our group companies, it is a specialized provider of high-precision liquid handling solutions and automated laboratory systems, serving the life sciences and industrial R&D sectors. |
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-N- | Nanoparticle |
Particles between 1 and 100 nanometers in size, used in drug delivery, imaging, and diagnostics due to their unique physical and chemical properties. |
Natural |
We often use the term “natural” to describe the color of items like pipette tips and centrifuge tubes—meaning they’re clear or close to transparent without any coloring. But honestly, I’m still not 100% confident that it’s the most precise way to explain it. Color: Natural (uncolored / clear, no added pigments) |
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NEXTY |
NEXTY-S is a precise and ergonomic pipette, designed for comfortable use and accurate liquid handling. It’s lightweight, easy to handle, and perfect for repetitive tasks. Autoclavable (only for bottom parts) for convenience, it ensures long-lasting durability and reliability in laboratory settings, making it an excellent choice for researchers who need precision and comfort. NEXTY-A is a versatile pipette designed for accuracy and ease of use. It offers precise liquid handling and is suitable for a wide range of tasks in research labs. Its ergonomic design reduces hand fatigue, and it's autoclavable, ensuring both durability and convenience for repetitive tasks. Ideal for researchers needing reliable and efficient performance. NEXTY-F is a durable and reliable pipette, designed for precise liquid handling with a focus on stability. Its ergonomic design minimizes hand strain, making it ideal for extended use. Autoclavable (only for bottom parts) for easy cleaning and long-term use, it is perfect for demanding laboratory environments where accuracy and efficiency are key. |
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NEXTY Rack |
Nexty-rack is a lightweight yet sturdy storage rack! With its no-screw, easy assembly, even the clumsiest hands can set it up in no time. Perfect for clean-benc, offices, and stores—say hello to a New Era, New Workspace! |
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This mark shows RNase/DNase/Human DNA free. Products with this mark were manufactured in the clean room under our high-quality control and inspected to meet our strict quality standards. RNase/DNase/Human DNA free certificates can be issued for each lot upon your request. |
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-O- | OEM |
Original Equipment Manufacturer We not only offer catalog products. Also leverage our unique technology and expertise to meet your specific needs. We also handle automated dispensing device. |
Official Website |
While this online shop is technically part of our official presence, it mainly focuses on product sales. |
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Optical Density |
A measure of how much a substance prevents light from passing through, often used to estimate bacterial growth in liquid culture. |
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Orbital Shaker |
A device that mixes samples by rotating them in a circular (orbital) motion. |
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O-ring |
Watson’s O-rings offer high durability and airtight sealing—perfect for lab and medical use! 🔬✨ With excellent chemical resistance and flexibility, they’re like a "reliable bodyguard" for your equipment! 💪 Built to last, keeping troubles sealed away! |
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Osmometer |
An instrument used to measure the osmotic pressure of a solution. |
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Overlay |
A layer of oil added to prevent evaporation during sensitive reactions like PCR. |
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-P- | Passage |
The process of transferring cells from a crowded culture to a fresh growth environment to continue proliferation. |
PCR |
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) is a revolutionary laboratory technique developed in the 1980s by Kary Mullis, which allows for the rapid amplification of specific segments of DNA. We offer many varieties of laboratory equipment suitable for PCR. |
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Pellet |
The solid lump formed at the bottom of a tube after centrifugation. |
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Pipette |
A laboratory tool used to accurately measure and transfer small volumes of liquid, available in various types including single-channel, multi-channel, and electronic models. |
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Plastic Injection Molding |
we manufacture laboratory-grade plastic products through high-precision mold design and injection molding technology. All production takes place in a cleanroom environment to prevent contamination, ensuring excellent clarity, dimensional accuracy, and consistent quality for reliable research use. |
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Plunger |
The part of a pipette you press down. |
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Preservation Plate |
The product, which won the Good Design Award 2024 in Japan, was developed for the storage and transportation of nucleic acids, blood, and other bioresources under ambient temperature and pressure conditions. It enables the storage of nucleic acids such as DNA, RNA, and oligonucleotides, as well as blood samples, by dispensing them onto a paper chip on a plate, allowing absorption and subsequent drying. *The product is currently being sold on a made-to-order basis. |
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Pre-wet |
The process of aspirating and dispensing liquid into a pipette tip before actual sampling. |
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![]() Pyrogen Free |
This mark shows endotoxin level reach 0.05 EU/mL or less when our products were tested using a colorimetric method referred to the Japanese Pharmacopoeia. |
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-Q- | Quality |
We prioritize quality above all else, so you can find plenty of details at this link! |
Quantification |
The process of determining the amount or concentration of a substance, often using instruments like spectrophotometers or qPCR machines. |
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Quenching |
The process of suppressing fluorescence or halting a chemical reaction. |
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-R- | Reagent |
A substance or mixture used in chemical analysis or reactions. Critical in assays, including enzymes, buffers, and indicators. |
Reference Material |
A standardized substance with a known composition, used to calibrate instruments, validate methods, and ensure accuracy and traceability in analytical measurements. |
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Restriction Enzyme |
A protein that recognizes specific DNA sequences and cuts the DNA at or near those sites. Widely used in cloning and molecular biology. |
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Rinse |
To wash labware or pre-condition a pipette tip by drawing up and dispensing the same solution. |
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-S- | Sample |
Curious to try before you buy? We get it😎 We may be able to provide free samples depending on the product and your request. Just drop us a message and let’s talk! |
Serial Dilution |
A method of diluting a solution in steps, usually by a consistent ratio (like 1:10). |
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Serological Pipette |
A type of graduated pipette used for measuring and transferring liquids, often in cell culture and serology. 💡 Example: |
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Snap Cap |
That satisfying “click!”... or an unexpected “pop!” across the bench. |
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Snap Freeze |
Freezing a sample instantly (usually in liquid nitrogen) to lock everything in place. |
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Sold Out |
Sorry to make you think, "Sold Out… again?" 😅 But actually, we can restock quickly from Japan! So even if it says "Sold Out," don’t hesitate to reach out—we might be able to get it to you sooner than you think! 😉 |
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Spectrophotometer |
An instrument that measures how much light a sample absorbs at specific wavelengths, commonly used to determine concentration and purity. |
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Spin down |
A quick centrifugation step to bring down liquid or particles to the bottom of a tube — usually done just before or after pipetting. |
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Spring Breakers Campaign |
Mar'25 special deal campaign. Almost 40-50%OFF and we provide special set also. However, it was too limited variety, so I plan to provide more wide guidance next time. |
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Products with this mark are sterilized.
The process of killing or removing all forms of microbial life, typically using heat, chemicals, or filtration. |
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Supernatant |
The clear liquid that remains above the solid or precipitate after centrifugation or sedimentation. Differences between Supernatant and Precipitate
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Surfactant | A substance that reduces surface tension between two liquids or between a liquid and a solid. Lab Vibes: The peacemaker of chemistry—gets oil and water to shake hands. |
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-T- | Tare | The process of zeroing a balance by subtracting the weight of the container. Used when you only want the sample weight, not the dish it’s sitting in. 💡 The fairest subtraction in the lab world! |
Titration | A technique used to determine the concentration of a solution by gradually adding a reagent until a reaction is complete, often indicated by a color change. 🧪 Lab Life:Drop by drop, drama unfolds. When the color shifts—boom, revelation. It's the slowest suspense thriller in the lab. |
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Titrator | A device used in titration to accurately dispense a reagent into a sample solution. Lab Note: Whether you're identifying unknown concentrations or just having fun with acids and bases, a titrator makes sure each drop counts. Automated titrators? Even better—less wrist work, more precision! |
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Turbo Dial |
With the Turbo Dial, volume adjustments are done in a flash! No more "Wait, how many times did I turn it…?" moments. Its intuitive design prevents missettings, and the smooth rotation keeps your hands comfortable—even during long experiments. Make your research life easier! |
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-U- | Ultrafiltration |
A membrane-based separation technique that filters molecules based on size, typically used to concentrate proteins or remove small contaminants. |
Ultramicrotome |
A device used to cut ultra-thin sections for electron microscopy. |
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-V- | Viscosity |
A physical property that describes a fluid’s resistance to flow. Higher viscosity means thicker, slower-moving liquids—important in solution prep and reagent handling. |
vortex |
A rapid mixing action using a vortex mixer to ensure your sample is thoroughly combined. |
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Vortex Mixer |
The lab's version of a protein shake blender. |
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-W- | Well (Plate Well) |
A small, round or square compartment in a microplate used for holding samples during experiments like assays, culturing, or reactions. |
-X- | Xylene |
An aromatic hydrocarbon solvent commonly used in histology and microscopy for tissue processing and slide clearing. |
-Z- | Zeta Potential |
The surface charge of particles in a liquid, affecting dispersion and stability. |
Zymography |
An electrophoretic technique for detecting enzyme activity—often used to visualize proteases based on their ability to digest substrates within a gel. |