Summary
Bunsen burner, circa 1850 used in the pharmacy of a mental health hospital in Victoria Australia.
Physical Description
Adjustable gas Bunsen burner sits on 3-pronged cast-iron base. Balls and screw attach burner to base allowing movement in any direction. Right-angled tubular handle serves as 4th leg when burner is pointed upward. Cap may be removed from top to light jet.
Significance
Example of laboratory equipment used in a mental health hospital in Victoria Australia
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Office of Psychiatric Services, May 1985
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Place & Date Used
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Classification
Medicine & health, Mental health - clinical, Laboratory equipment
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Type of item
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overall dimensions
14 cm (Length), 13 cm (Width), 16 cm (Height)
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Keywords
Hospitals, Psychiatric Services, Making History - Psych Services
