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A Cheap Solution for Chemical and Biological Laboratories

Laboratories are one of the essential facilities where science research is realized. To undertake various sorts of experiments in a laboratory, several tools and equipment would be needed by classified typechemistry or genetics laboratories. Some examples of an instrument are the pasteur pipette, which is used as a tool to transfer sample liquids between two containers by allowing them to suck up small samples with rubber material.

Although glass pipettes have been the traditional choice, plastic pasteur pipettes are also available and they offer a low-cost alternative. Regarding price, the plastic pipette costs much less than glass. Pipettes are used extensively in scientific experiments, particularly those within biology and chemistry; therefore, it is likely they will need to be replaced sooner rather than later.

The immediate cost savings associated with the use of plastic pipettes can save a lab significant funds in the long run. In addition, plastic pipettes are typically regarded as single-use to help prevent any contamination between the experiments.

What is Best for your Lab?

Whether to use glass or plastic pasteur pipettes is often hotly debated, so this one comes down to personal preference. But there are a few things to consider before you decide for your lab. Although not as accurate, glass pipettes perform well in this area - they are calibrated for the correct measurement of liquids. But plastic pipettes are generally calibrated to assure accurate dispensing of liquids.

In addition, plastic pipettes are not as easy to break and may be used by novice or student lab technicians. One of the other determinations that probably lean towards plastic pipettes is safety. They break easily if made of glass so they go to waste and have the potential for injury/contamination.

Environmental Sustainability in Scientific Research

As scientists, we need to think about the impact of our research on the environment. The popularity of plastic pipettes has grown over the years but recent questions regarding their environmental impact have surfaced. Because of that, they also contribute to the global plastic waste problem which is staggering and growing throughout the world since mostly are seen as single-use items.

Nonetheless, there are actions that can be taken towards lowering their environmental footprint. For example, labs could choose biodegradable or compostable plastic pipettes that are reusable/recyclable or implement a program to recycle them. Moreover, recycling only plastic pipettes already sterilized in such a way for the next experiment will greatly contribute to saving plastic waste.

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