Can You Measure Volume with a Beaker?

Beakers and Erlenmeyer flasks can be used to make coarse measurements of volumes, provided that graduated volume levels are printed on the side of the beaker or flask (not all beakers and flasks have these marks). They are usually accurate to within 5%.

Why do we not use beakers to measure volume?

Beakers and Erlenmeyer flasks should not be used to measure volume unless you need only a very crude estimate because their accuracy for volume measurements is so poor. They can hold a much larger volume than any of the other types of glassware, however, which makes them useful for mixing solutions.

Does a beaker measure mass or volume?

Mass is a measure of the quantity of matter. The standard unit for mass is the kilogram (kg). The gram (g), which is 1/1000 of a kg is used for measuring masses of small objects such as flasks and beakers. Mass is typically measured using a balance.