laboratory work

[/ˈlæbrətɔːri wɜːrk/]
nounpl: laboratory works
trabalho de laboratório
1. Practical scientific work conducted in a laboratory setting, involving experiments, testing, analysis, and research
The students completed their laboratory work on chemical reactions.
Os alunos completaram seu trabalho de laboratório sobre reações químicas.
2. The hands-on experimental component of a scientific course or research project
Laboratory work is essential for understanding biology concepts.
O trabalho de laboratório é essencial para compreender conceitos de biologia.
3. Professional scientific activities performed in a controlled laboratory environment for analysis or diagnosis
The medical laboratory work revealed abnormal results.
O trabalho de laboratório médico revelou resultados anormais.
Laboratory work is a fundamental component of STEM education in both Brazil and the United States. In Brazilian universities, 'trabalho de laboratório' is often a mandatory component of science courses, typically involving practical sessions separate from lectures. In the US, 'lab work' is commonly abbreviated and is integral to scientific training. The term is also used in clinical and diagnostic settings in both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
lab workexperimental workpractical workbench workhands-on research
Antonyms / Antônimos
theoretical workfieldworkclassroom instructionoffice work

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
trabalho de laboratório
Standard term used in educational and scientific contexts
Rio de Janeiro
trabalho de lab
Informal abbreviated form commonly used in universities
São Paulo
trabalho de laboratório / prática de laboratório
Both forms are used; 'prática' emphasizes the practical component
Portugal
trabalho de laboratório / trabalho prático
Both terms are used; 'trabalho prático' is also common in Portuguese education system

Related Words

laboratoryexperimentresearchanalysisscientific methodhypothesisdata collection

Related Idioms & Phrases

get one's hands dirty in the lab
spend time at the bench
conduct laboratory experiments
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