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garytse86
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I used a white tray to work on for my antibiotics investigation. What is the tray called? 
Antibiotics Investigation with White Tray: What is it Called?
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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around identifying a specific type of tray used in an antibiotics investigation. Participants explore the terminology and purpose of the tray, which is described as white and used in laboratory settings.
Discussion Character
- Conceptual clarification
- Debate/contested
Main Points Raised
- One participant inquires about the name of a white tray used for an antibiotics investigation.
- Another participant suggests it may be called an "ELISA test plate."
- Some participants clarify that the tray is simply a working surface on lab benches.
- A participant expresses uncertainty, questioning if it is just referred to as a tray.
- One participant describes using trays from Atlantic Nuclear Corp. for assays, noting they have specific designs for spill containment and decontamination, mentioning that they come in white.
- A later reply indicates a more casual approach, simply referring to it as a "white tray."
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
There is no consensus on the specific name of the tray, with multiple viewpoints presented regarding its identification and purpose.
Contextual Notes
Participants express varying levels of familiarity with laboratory equipment, and there are references to different types of trays that may serve similar functions but are not definitively identified.
Who May Find This Useful
This discussion may be of interest to students or individuals involved in laboratory work, particularly in the context of biology or chemistry investigations.
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iggybaseball
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I believe what you are referring to is called an "ELISA test plate" 
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garytse86
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the one you put on the lab benches right? Just used as an area to work on
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Moonbear
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I'm really not sure what you're referring to. Are you sure it isn't just a tray?
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garytse86
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it is. but has the "stupid" white tray got a name? because i am writing up an investigation, and my teacher said name the tray.....
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DocToxyn
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I use trays such as these available from Atlantic Nuclear Corp. for assays using radiolabeled substances. They have a clear disposable liner molded to fit the lipped base and are designed to contain spills and facilitate clean-up/decontamination . The ones I use are yellow to designate radiation hazard, but they are available in white, perhaps this is at least similar to what you were using?
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garytse86
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lol that's too advanced for me.
I just called it a white tray... thank you everybody for your time and help :)
I just called it a white tray... thank you everybody for your time and help :)
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