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Laboratory tables function as student workstations. School classrooms and science laboratories must provide each student with a workstation. Laboratory tables can accommodate 2–4 student workstations per table. The purchase of laboratory tables is a major expense for a school districts; therefore, tables should be well-constructed and maintained to support optimal student performance in the laboratory. The Scientific Equipment and Furniture Association (SEFA) has developed a list of performance properties for laboratory tables work surfaces. These properties are shown in Table , along with their recommended use in different types of science laboratories. . | Chapter 3 Furniture Fixtures AND Accessories Science classrooms and laboratories must be furnished with furniture and fixtures that provide a safe and effective learning environment for students. This chapter presents examples of laboratory tables demonstration tables upper and lower cabinets gas jet assemblies water faucet designs and other fixtures. These examples represent only a few of many selections and options that teachers and administrators may consider when furnishing science classrooms and laboratories. A Laboratory Facilities and Equipment Checklist is provided in Appendix C and may be useful when determining the style of furniture and types of fixtures to select for a specific laboratory. The arrangement of available space and furnishings in the classroom and laboratory influences the nature of the learning that takes place. . . . Effective science teaching depends on the availability and organization of materials equipment media and technology. The school science program must extend beyond the walls of the school to include resources of the community. National Research Council National Science Education Standards 1996 Laboratory Tables Purpose Laboratory tables function as student workstations. School classrooms and science laboratories must provide each student with a workstation. Laboratory tables can accommodate 2-4 student workstations per table. The purchase of laboratory tables is a major expense for a school districts therefore tables should be well-constructed and maintained to support optimal student performance in the laboratory. The Scientific Equipment and Furniture Association SEFA has developed a list of performance properties for laboratory tables work surfaces. These properties are shown in Table along with their recommended use in different types of science laboratories. Science Facilities Standards Kindergarten through Grade 12 69 Types When deciding what style of table to purchase give careful consideration to the composition of